In our fast-paced lives, it’s easy to overlook the simple, healing power of nature, right at our fingertips. Yet immersing ourselves in nature can work wonders on our mood, reduce stress, and gently guide us back to the present.
Flowers are nature’s gift to us, and they do more than just beautifying a space. At Binti Blooms, we see every bouquet as more than just a gift to self or a loved one. Each bouquet offers an opportunity to engage in the mindful ritual of flower arranging — an invitation to slow down, to be present, and experience the calming effect of nature.
At first glance, it might seem simple, just placing blooms in a vase. But when approached intentionally, flower arranging becomes a sensory, meditative, and restorative practice. It can become a self-care ritual you return to that helps you slow down amid the chaos of life.
The science of being around flowers
Research shows that flowers spark more than just the joy of receiving flowers. They positively influence our emotional and physiological wellbeing. Studies have found that flowers reduce stress hormones. Simply having flowers nearby can lower one’s cortisol levels, helping to ease tension and anxiety.
We can all relate to that instant feeling of receiving a fresh bouquet of flowers. Studies have shown that flowers elevate our mood. Fresh blooms trigger the release of dopamine and serotonin, our “feel-good” neurotransmitters, so you naturally feel happier simply being around flowers and noticing them. This is another reason why flowers are a popular gifting option for people who are ill or grieving.
While flowers enhance the beauty and ambiance of any space, they also improve and support our concentration. Biophilic design (bringing nature indoors) is an intentional design principle used to boost focus and creativity, making you more productive and inspired when surrounded by nature’s elements, like plants or flowers.
Flower arranging as a creative and intuitive ritual
Flowers are nature’s gentle therapeutic offering to us - their colors, shapes, and fragrances all work in harmony to soothe our minds, boost our creativity and enliven our spirits. But the true reward comes in repeatedly returning to flower arranging as a regular, mindful ritual.
There is no one right way to arrange flowers. In fact, the most therapeutic part of the process is that it invites you to leave perfectionism at the door. When you unwrap a bouquet, take a moment to inhale the scent, observe the unique shapes of each flower, the colors that speak to you, and the texture of each stem.
Let your senses and your creativity guide you. Whether you're removing the leaves from each stem, or gently trimming and placing each stem to create a unique arrangement that suits your vase, flower arranging can become an act of intuitive creation like painting, but with flowers as your brushstrokes.
There is joy in the slowness, in paying attention to the flowers as they bloom, in experimenting and rearranging throughout the week. The ritual of flower arranging invites you to be with nature, to embrace your creativity, and to return to the ritual whenever you need a moment of stillness.
By caring for our flowers and embracing flower arranging as a wellness ritual, we can also learn to care for ourselves with the same tenderness and mindfulness. You don’t need to be a florist or have large, elaborate bouquets to experience the restoration that flower arranging offers.
So next time you have fresh flowers in your home, whether as a gift or a self-care treat, take a moment to arrange them with intention. Breathe deeply. Let your mind slow down. Allow the practice to become a meditation, a pause, and a moment of creative expression that supports your wellbeing.
By Binti Blooms
Binti Blooms is a Nairobi-based floral studio reimagining the way we experience flowers, as gifts, as rituals, and as wellness practices. Rooted in a deep love for nature, connection, and intentional living, we offer seasonal bouquets, wellness-inspired gifts, and share flower care tips to help you slow you down, embrace the beauty of nature, and the restorative ritual of arranging flowers.
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