Being surrounded by nature has long been known to boost our mood and ease stress, but what if you could mimic that soothing vibe at home? Filling your house with flowers could be the secret to improving your mental health.
Sian Wild, FlorismartUK florist and Owner of The Flower Lounge - an award-winning shop in Didsbury - says: “Having grown up in a horticultural family, I’ve been surrounded by flowers and plants all my life and have first-hand experience of how they lift the mood of everyone they surround. There is a consistent link between exposure to flowers and plants and positive psychological health.”
"Flowers can chase away anxieties, worries and the blues, making people feel less depressed, troubled or agitated. This is linked to their colour, smell or even the act of giving or receiving flowers.
"Whether in the workplace or in a home office, flowers and plants are proven to improve performance. Enthusiasm, energy and job satisfaction are all reported side effects, so flowers are well worth investing in if you work long hours or a need regular pick-me-up," Sian says.
"Fresh flowers can ignite creativity. Inspiration, new ideas and the ability to problem solve are all proven, positive effects of plants and flowers in the workplace, generated by a boost in mood and general happiness,"
"Flowers are proven to help reduce recovery time. Although flowers are no longer permitted in hospitals, if someone is ill or recuperating at home, a thoughtful bunch of blooms can generate a sense of wellbeing.
"Imagine turning around someone’s day through one, simple gesture. To know that they are loved and supported, can mean so much that the positive impact of receiving a bouquet can be enough to lift them out of a difficult place or low point," Sian explains.
"Flowers are a perfect solution to communicate emotions where it’s hard to find the right words."
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