Emotional Connections through Flowers: The Importance of Giving and ReceivingYvette

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 with that person. This act of kindness and thoughtfulness can have a profound effect on the recipient.

It is a way to express emotions, convey love, affection, sympathy, congratulations, or simply brighten someone’s day. Flowers have a unique ability to evoke feelings and convey messages that sometimes words cannot, and serve as a symbol of kindness and understanding. It can be a small but powerful way to strengthen relationships and show gratitude. 

Improving mood and mental well-being 

Studies have shown that being around flowers can have a positive impact on mood, reducing stress and anxiety levels, while increasing feelings of happiness and calm. These qualities are extensively depicted in Yvette’s book, Feed Your Soul with Flowers.

Studies on the impact of giving and receiving flowers have shown that flowers can have a positive impact on people’s well-being. Receiving flowers has been found to improve mood and reduce stress levels while giving flowers has been shown to increase feelings of happiness and satisfaction in the giver. Flowers have a profound emotional and psychological impact, making them a valuable tool for improving mood and creating emotional connections between people.

There have been studies that have investigated the impact of flowers on maternal well-being and stress levels. One study found that new mothers who received flowers experienced reduced stress levels and improved moods compared to those who did not receive flowers. This study highlights the importance of providing support to new mothers and the role that flowers can play in making a positive impact on their lives.

Another study found that flowers can also play a role in promoting feelings of social connectedness and support among new mothers. Participants in the study reported feeling happier and more connected to others after receiving a bouquet of flowers. One florist I worked for had a beautiful initiative called “patient of the month”, where we would send two small bunches to our local hospital and ask the nursing staff to choose two patients they thought might benefit from the blooms, a man and a woman. The messages of gratitude far outweighed the actual cost.

In essence, both giving and receiving flowers are important because they can serve as a symbol of love, support and appreciation.

P.S. Whether you choose to pick blooms from your own garden or have a curated bouquet created by a florist it is always a good idea to give them to yourself!