Bringing Joy To Life- The Power Of Blooming Flowers.

Dancing Elephants Press Prompt 19 of 52

Last week, I visited an adventure sports resort in Bangalore for a meeting. While walking past the conference hall, I noticed this beautiful multicoloured bougainvillea plant in a lush, colourful garden.

The flowers were screaming to be photographed. I couldn’t resist and immediately clicked a few pictures. I love bougainvillaea flowers. It was amazing to see so many colours of the plant grafted together.

When you look at such colourful flowers, it evokes an uplifting feeling.

Symbolic meaning and emotions associated with colourful flowers.

“Colors, like features, follow the changes of the emotions.” — Pablo Picasso

Symbolic meanings and emotions associated with each colour vary depending on specific cultures and the context for the flowers used.

Purple flowers are often associated with royalty and elegance and symbolize wealth, power and luxury. In some cultures, they are used for religious ceremonies, while in some cultures, they are a popular choice for funeral arrangements.

Yellow flowers are associated with joy, happiness and optimism. In many cultures, they also symbolize friendship and loyalty.

Red is a powerful and passionate colour, and red flowers are often used to symbolize love, romance and affection.

In some cultures, they are used as symbols of honour and respect.

Pink is a cheerful and pink flowers spread joy and happiness, especially in summer and spring.

They are also given as a symbol of love, affection, appreciation and gratitude and as a thank you gift for a friend or family member.

We have cherished flowers for centuries. They have always conveyed a range of emotions and sentiments. From admiration and love to sympathy and remorse.

The gesture of sending and receiving flowers can evoke happiness and joy and brighten someone’s day. It is a perfect way to spread joy and give the recipients much-needed comfort and support.

Scientific studies confirm the benefits of flowers.

“Flowers always make people better, happier and more helpful; they are sunshine, food and medicine for the soul.” — Luther Burbank

In a world of uncertainty, flowers can be a sign of hopefulness.

The simple act of giving and receiving flowers can be a reminder that there is still beauty in the world and that everything will be ok.

Studies conducted at Texas University found nature helps improve business success. Idea generation, creative performances and problem-solving skills are enhanced when flowers and plants are kept in workplace environments.

The same is valid with school and college classrooms as well.

I remember always having a few plants in my office at my workplace. One of my colleague in fact had created a small garden in his work cube and it was refreshing to see greenery among computers and files. It helps to keep the stress level low and you feel more relaxed.

Research conducted by Rutgers University in New Jersey has shown that the presence of flowers triggers positive emotions and feelings of life satisfaction.

I have seen flowering plants in many in landscaped gardens outside patients' rooms. It speeds up the recovery process and provides soothing effects.

Try keeping flowers like Roses, Jasmine and Lavender in your bedroom. It can help you get a nice and relaxed night of sleep. The flower scents have sedative power.

Flower power.

“If you tend to a flower, it will bloom, no matter how many weeds surround it.”–Matshona Dhliwayo.

The beauty of flowers is undeniable, and their power to bring joy and positivity cannot be underestimated.

Flowers can add a sense of serenity to someone’s day and remind them that life is beautiful despite the hardships they may be facing. When a gesture of kindness is expressed through the language of flowers, the recipient can’t help but feel loved and appreciated.

Thankyou Dr. Preeti Singh for such an inspirational prompt. There are so many experiences and things to write about blooming flowers and the joys they bring to humanity.

I loved reading Terry Day’s article on beautiful flowers at Assiniboine Park in Winnipeg, Manitoba.

Dr. Preeti Singh had awesome experiences with flowers while traveling and staying in hotels. Flowers can teach us many things.