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Blooming Minds: How Flowers Foster Mental Well-being on World Mental Health Day
World Mental Health Day on October 10th is a global initiative that brings attention to the importance of mental health and well-being. While traditional approaches to mental health support include therapy and medication, there is growing recognition of the therapeutic benefits of nature and the outdoors. In this blog, we’ll explore the world of flowersRead more
The benefits of meditation: blooming a sense of peace through flower arranging
In the chaos of our fast-paced lives, finding those moments of peace and calm is essential for our health and well-being. Meditation offers a powerful path to find that connection to our inner selves and create a sense of tranquillity amidst whatever else is going on in our lives. But meditation doesn’t have to lookRead more
Autumn, Wind And The Correlating Effect Of Stress On Our Personal Growth
The element of autumn is wind. Although all elements are present in each season, the predominant season for wind is autumn. We need it for several things, one being to blow away the leftover leaves from summer so the light can shine down on us in winter. I used to get really annoyed whenRead more
Mother’s Day: How It Started & Why It Matters
Mother’s Day has been celebrated around the world for over a century now, with its origins dating back thousands of years. The holiday is a chance for families to celebrate the mothers in their lives, to show your mum just how much you appreciate and love her for everything she’s done for you. In thisRead more
Emotional Connections through Flowers: The Importance of Giving and Receiving
By Georgie Stanton The giving of flowers is a timeless gesture that has been used for centuries to communicate and connect with others. By sending flowers, you can show someone that you are thinking of them, and offer appreciation and/or thanks. You are making an intentional effort to express your emotions and connect withRead more
Why are red roses considered romantic?
Throughout history, the red rose has stood for passion, love, and romance. It’s probably one of the most recognisable symbols in the world and is nearly synonymous with Valentine’s Day. But why? Why is this particular flower so universally associated with love? The answer lies in its history – and it’s a fascinating one! Read more
How helping others ended up being the key to helping myself
Something I’ve been thinking about a lot lately is combatting anxiety and depression with gratitude and contribution. From personal experience, I know that when anxious thoughts are plaguing my mind, I’m very much focused on myself. When I am able to switch these thoughts to something outside of myself, I’m able to pull theRead more
4 Must-Have Christmas Gifts for Flower Lovers
Not sure what to get the flower lover in your life? Whether your loved one is a fully-fledged florist or just has a passing interest in hobby arranging, we’ve got something for everyone this Christmas. Keep scrolling to check out some of our top picks for giving Bloom this festive season! Feed YourRead more
10 Super Easy Ways To Positively Impact Your Mental Health
If you’ve been around Bloom for any length of time, you’ll know how seriously I take mental health. After suffering through periods of intense struggle with my own mental health, I found the meditative state that flower arranging created to be a way for me to heal on my own terms. But it wasn’t justRead more