Flowers play an important role in our daily lives. Research reveals that people feel more compassionate, have less worry and anxiety and feel less depressed when around fresh-cut flowers. The Home Ecology of Flowers Study at Harvard uncovered these findings:
Flowers feed compassion. Study participants who lived with fresh-cut flowers felt an increase in feelings of compassion and kindness.
Flowers chase away anxieties, worries, and the blues. Overall, study participants simply felt less negative after being around flowers for just a few days. Participants most frequently placed flowers in their kitchens, dining rooms, and living rooms. They reported wanting to see the blooms first thing in the morning.
Flowers provide an energy boost, happiness, and enthusiasm. The study found that people were more likely to feel happier and have more enthusiasm and energy at work when flowers were in their home living environments.