As a proud first generation American of Mexican decent, I stand here with my brothers and sisters of color to bring peace, beauty & unity through flowers.
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Flowers and Mental Health:
- Reduce stress: Flowers can help reduce stress, anxiety, and depression.
- Improve mood: Flowers can elevate mood and increase positive energy levels.
- Improve cognitive function: Flowers can improve cognitive function.
- Evoke positive emotions: The sight and smell of flowers can evoke positive emotions and memories.
- Trigger the release of “happy” chemicals: Flowers trigger the release of dopamine, serotonin, and oxytocin in the brain.
- Help people heal faster: Flowers can help people heal faster through color, scent, and symbolism.
You can incorporate flowers into your daily life in several ways, including:
- Bringing flowers indoors: Keep fresh flowers in your home.
- Practicing mindfulness: Combine mindfulness practices with nature walks.
- Arranging and caring for flowers: The act of arranging and caring for flowers can trigger the release of “happy” chemicals.
- Bringing a piece of nature indoors: Bringing flowers into your home or workplace can help you feel better.
The color of the flower can also influence your mood:
- Blue flowers: Can help with relaxation and stress reduction.
- Warm colors: Orange, yellow, and red can evoke uplifted emotions.
Some other plants that can help with mental health include:
Snake plant, Spider plant, Basil, Lavender, Mint, Money plant, and Aloe vera.
