Decorating homes and personal spaces with flowers and plants do not only a colour contrast to the theme; but also brings positive vibes (mood uplifting) with fresh air and the charms that come with different species. Nature has great healing powers which we can also trace to medication and herbs. No wonder why doctors and physicians recommend walks in parks and routine plant and flower care. These activities bring us closer to nature to reap the benefits that come with it. If you or your loved one is feeling low or going through a rough patch in life, it is best to clear such clutter by adding flowers and plants to our spaces. And if you stay miles away from loved ones or can’t find time to help them through, you can always order flower delivery in Mumbai and many other cities in India. In this post, we share how flowers and plants improve mood.
1) Flowers and plants help with sleep disorders
A calm and peaceful good night sleep is the key to physical and mental wellbeing. The nourishing scent of flowers like lavender, gerberas, and orchids are attributed to lowering blood pressure and high heart-bit-rate, translating to a calm and relaxed feeling. And the more time one spends around such an environment, the better they drift to sleep. You’re also assured of a royalty sleep with an ample supply of oxygen.
2) Flowers improve the healing process
Research conducted by the ASHS (American Society for Horticultural Science) and various other institutions around the world proves that flowers and plants help make a sick person feel better. The studies were conducted by setting up two groups of patients; one with plants and flowers, and the other without. The study results revealed that patients with flowers showed a great improvement with a normal heart rate and lower blood pressure. In addition, they also reported that they felt lesser pain, anxiety, and fatigue as compared to before the study.
3) Colour Therapy
There are a plethora of flowers and plant species with different colour tones. These different colour tones are equated to the same colours to reflect our mood. While colours can also be associated with different meanings the most known denotations are:
Red – Love, anger, and danger
Blue – Calmness and sadness
Yellow – Sunshine and happiness
Green – Safety
This means that having a mix of flowers and plants with different colours creates a soothing and comforting aura. We also have the influence to react and connect to the happy/sad times with colours.
4) Flowers improve productivity
The study of flowers and plants also revealed that the presence of nature around your study area or workspaces improves brain functioning. It encourages creativity and a feeling of cleanliness and a roomy feeling, this in turn improves the overall productivity during studies and at work. So add a dash of greenery to the decor be it home study area/office and around your home to promote the sense of commitment around whatever you’re concentrating on.
5) Fresh flowers bring up the best memories
The soothing fragrance of flowers and plants instantly brings up memories. The scent of just a single peace lily or rose in a room can spruce up the aura and trigger long and almost forgotten memories from the back of your mind. So choose bouquets of flowers you are familiar with be it from your wedding day or your family or friend’s favourite blooms.