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What do people and scientists think about powers of flowers? |
| Date Added: January 16, 2010 04:56:53 AM |
| Author: mcekenzie121 |
| Category: Computers & Internet: Web Directories: Niche Directories: Gifts |
| FLOWERS have played an essential function all throughout the history of human relationships. For a great period of time the charming and delicate beauty of flowers has captivated people regardless of age. Flowers have been cultivated for their decorative beauty as well as their ability to heal. Not only have flowers been the subject of verse and myths, but they also have been associated with religious symbols. Many baby-girls are named after flowers. Some kinds of flowers were and continue to be used as food until today; others have are used as medicine. Ancient people also recognised the artistic role of flowers. In fact, some ancient cultures thought that they could propitiate their ancestors' spirits by adorning their tombs with a certain kind of flowers. The main role of flowers, nevertheless, is their power to express genuine human emotions and thoughts the way no other item can. Whenever your feelings are too strong to express by means of words – be it passion, sorrow, felicity, or gratitude - try to display them with the help flowers. The flower that expresses the most evident meaning is the rose, the perpetual symbol of romance and desire. During the Renaissance, roses were associated with Venus's everlasting beauty, whereas scratches made by the rose's thorny stem symbolized the wounds of passion. Alongside conveying messages, flowers can also impact on our mood and emotions. According to a recent behavioural study performed by New Jersey State University, the presence of colorful flowers results in happy emotions and memories and impacts on social behavior positively. The healing properties of flowers have also been proved by scientific research. Environmental psychologist Dr. Roger Ulrich found out that when hospital patients saw flowers, their need for pain killing drugs reduced, their tension levels dropped and they became more optimistic. Probably, the positive influence flowers have on hospital patients also have something to do with the meaning they possess - they are tangible proof that someone cares about them and wishes them well. Flowers, hence, have an instant effect on our emotions and a long-lasting positive effect on our mood. |
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