Flowers is a universal instrument that conveys
various messages on any occasions. Thus, it is always been considered a
symbol of sharing and positive feeling. Research shows that flowers
has a positive impact on emotional health which helps relieve stress,
illness, and depression.
A behavioral study was conducted by Rutgers, The State University of
New Jersey headed by Jeannette Haviland-Jones, Ph.D., Professor of
Psychology Research Findings. A team of researchers explored the link
between flowers and life satisfaction in a 10-month study of
participants’ behavioral and emotional responses to receiving flowers.
The results show that flowers are a natural and healthful moderator of
moods.
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1.
Flowers have an immediate impact on happiness.
All study participants expressed "true" or "excited" smiles upon
receiving flowers, demonstrating extraordinary delight and gratitude.
This reaction was universal, occurring in all age groups.
2.
Flowers have a long-term positive effect on moods.
Specifically, study participants reported feeling less depressed,
anxious and agitated after receiving flowers, and demonstrated a higher
sense of enjoyment and life satisfaction.
3.
Flowers make intimate connections. The presence of flowers led to increased contact with family and friends.
Seniors or elderly people can find solace with the company of flowers.
They can find enjoyment through engaging on hobbies such as floral
arrangements and gardening. Research reveals that flowers reduces their
depression, improve memory, and they exudes sense of community.
Flowers has a life of its own, and produces positive energies which
brings about happiness, creativity,compassion, and tranquility.
When it comes to
Home Decorating, the presence of
flowers gives life to the space as it does not only beautify, but also
promotes a warm and welcoming atmosphere to anyone. This confirms by
another study conducted at Harvard University entitled "Home Ecology
Flower Study", which shows that people feel more compassionate, less
prone to anxiety and depression when flowers are placed around home,
office, or other areas flowers are situated.
Knowing these benefits,flowers are indeed a nature’s gift to mankind.
