The Flannel Flower, an Australian native, has been chosen as the national symbol to promote mental health awareness in Australia.
Jasmine is not just a beautiful bloom. It is also one of the preferred flowers for mental health preservation. It can reduce stress and anxiety levels. For people with sleep problems, it also helps lower a person's heart rate and facilitate a peaceful sleep.
The green ribbon is the international symbol of mental health awareness. Wear a green ribbon to show colleagues, loved ones or simply those you walk past that you care about their mental health.
There is no more striking symbol of transformation than a butterfly. From egg to larva, to leaving the safety of the cocoon and emerging as a butterfly in her unfurling glory, the transformation that takes place almost before our eyes symbolically represents hope and new beginnings.
"I have done a lot of florals on a variety of clients that are indicative of regrowth, strength, and mental fortitude," says Crys, a tattoo artist at Fleur Noire Tattoo.
Jasmine - The calming scent of jasmine provides therapeutic benefits. Jasmine is often infused into medicinal alternatives for conditions like depression, stress, anxiety, and even insomnia. Chamomile - Chamomile is another well-known plant lauded for its relaxation benefits. Chamomile inspires calm.
Hyacinth: The purple hyacinth is a popular symbol of sorrow and regret.
In many traditions, the lotus flower symbolizes purification of mind, body and speech; of awakening and letting go. It embodies resilience, as rain from dark clouds slides easily off its petals and it opens itself to the sunshine that follows.
The seven petals of the lotus in the logo represent seven continents on the globe. Modi said that the logo reflects India's idea of 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' because of which India has always held belief in global harmony.
It's part of the “Yellow Tulip Project,” helping break the stigma of mental illness. May is Mental Health Awareness Month. To honor it — and let those who suffer know they're not alone — the Westport Garden Club placed small “Hope Gardens” of yellow flowers at high-visibility spots.
Flowers and Plants Increase Happy Feelings
Nature can change our mood and ease stress. Flowers can free us from anxiety, depression, and the everyday worries of life. Another benefit of being around flowers is that they reduce stress.
You might have seen rainstorm images, ravens, and skull or grim reaper symbols. Barren landscapes and faces of cliffs are popular, too. All of these are commonly associated with depression because they capture the essence of the darkness, despair, struggle, and thoughts of death that are hallmarks of major depression.
Passionflower is a variety of exotic vine flower with curly purple or blue tentacle-like petals. One variety of passionflower, Passiflora incarnata, may help treat anxiety, insomnia, and pain.
Elm is the flower essence for feeling overwhelmed, or we can say, “over-elm-ed.” With all the pressures and stresses of our over-scheduled lives, 24-7 communications and instant access to crises anywhere in the world, who doesn't feel overwhelmed?
Lavender. It should be no surprise that lavender represents serenity and calmness. It can also be a symbol of a long life.
We see the dandelion as symbolising the ability to rise above life's challenges. People with ADHD can overcome obstacles through the use of their intelligence and connections with people who can share mutual support in facing life's challenges.
Lilac flowers are the emblem of strength and fortitude. Its healing theme conducts neurological regeneration and compels the memory forces to connect the soul with joy and meaningful life. It is well adapted to suppressing the distressing memories that are especially marked by trauma and abuse.
Also known as the daffodil, this flower is the impetus for the origin of the term narcissism. Per Greek mythology, Narcissus was a young hunter who was well known to be very attractive.
Chrysanthemums improve mood
"Flowers can chase away anxieties, worries and the blues, making people feel less depressed, troubled or agitated.
It symbolizes our ability to withstand adversity and stand firm in the face of challenges. The sword-like appearance of the gladiolus can remind us that we have the strength to overcome any obstacle, just like a warrior with a sword.
Amaranthus: Hopelessness
Considering that it looks like a person whose entrails have been torn out, you might not be surprised that, in Victorian England, Amaranthus caudatus signified hopelessness and heartbreak (one of its alternative names is "love lies bleeding").
Studies have shown that blue and green can create a calming atmosphere; orange and yellow can stimulate appetite; red and pink can inspire passion and energy; while purple can boost creativity and productivity.
Flowers are thus connected to a positive, emotional environment for optimal psychological—and from this, physical—health. We tend flowers as we tend loved ones. The aesthetic experience becomes socially embedded and relational.