| Flowers have been used for a great many purposes since the beginning of human civilization, and hold important meanings. For a great part of history the charming and delicate beauty of flowers has fascinated people race and background. Flowers have been cultivated for their decorative beauty and their ability to heal. Not only have flowers been the subject of verse and ancient myths, but they also have been associated with religious symbols. A great many women are named after flowers. Some types of flowers were and continue to be used as food until the present day; others have are used as natural. Ancient people also recognised the artistic role of flowers. In fact, some ancient cultures assumed that they could placate their ancestors' spirits by decorating their tombs with a certain sort of flowers.
The key role of flowers, nevertheless, is their power to demonstrate true human emotions and thoughts the way no other object can. Whenever your feelings are too strong to put them into words – be it affection, sorrow, happiness, or gratitude - try to demonstrate them by means of flowers.
The flower that holds the most obvious meaning is the rose, the immortal symbol of love and passion. During the Renaissance era, roses were associated with Venus's eternal beauty, while scratches made by the rose's thorny stem signified the wounds of affection. In Christian symbolism the red rose is the symbol of affection and the blood of a martyr. White roses signify innocence and inborn charm, while pink roses mean happiness.
Along with holding messages, flowers can also influence our mood and emotions. According to a recent behavioral study carried out by New Jersey State University, the presence of colorful flowers results in happy memories and emotions and influences social behaviour positively. The healing properties of flowers have also been proven by scientific research.
German environmental psychologist Dr. Roger Ulrich found out that when hospital patients saw flowers, their need for pain killing drugs reduced, their tension levels lowered and they became much more optimistic. Maybe, the positive effect flowers have on hospital patients is also related to the meaning they have - they are tangible proof that somebody cares about them and wishes them well.
Flowers, hence, have an instant effect on our emotions and a long-lasting positive influence on our mood. |
