During the Valentine’s Day, almost all people have given their gifts to their loved ones. Among these are flowers. Yes! Flowers, especially roses are given to the loved ones by their partners because of a certain sensation and joy on the part of the receiver.
Not only in Valentine’s day, we know that when you give flowers to somebody, they will really feel so special for you.
Did you know that there health benefits of receiving flowers?
On a study done by Nancy Etcoff, Ph.D., of Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School in Boston, it appears that people might feel more loving to others. Also, they have lesser worries and anxiety. People also felt less depressed when fresh cut flowers ca be seen at home.
Another research made by Dr.Haviland-Jones over a 10-month study speaks the connection of behaviors and emotions after receiving flowers.
Flowers have an immediate impact on happiness
All the participants on the study expressed “true” or “excited” smiles upon receiving flowers. They also showed amazing delight and appreciation. According to the study, this reaction occurred in all age groups.
Flowers have a long-term positive effect on moods
The participants in the study also felt “less depressed, anxious and agitated after receiving flowers, and demonstrated a higher sense of enjoyment and life satisfaction.”
Flowers make intimate connections
Flowers did also proved a greater connection between the family members, friends, and loved ones.
Have you ever wondered why flowers are present in wakes?
According to the Society of American Florists (SAF), this is because it just makes the dark moment bright and warmer when it comes to emotions. Just basing on the results of the researches made by experts above, flowers can really change the mood of a person into a brighter one.
Etcoff also added,
“What I find interesting is that, by starting the day in a more positive mood, you are likely to transfer those happier feelings to others – it’s what is called mood contagion,”
With this, it is really amazing to place flowers at home, at the office, or wherever there are people to help make a better mood every day. How good could that be?
Yes! everyone can do this. You can start by giving flowers to your mother, your special someone or even to somebody who you wanted to give.
Just remember, give it from your heart!
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