Chrysanthemums improve mood "Flowers can chase away anxieties, worries and the blues, making people feel less depressed, troubled or agitated. This is linked to their colour, smell or even the act of giving or receiving flowers.
Hyacinth: The purple hyacinth is a popular symbol of sorrow and regret.
The lotus flower is a symbol in Eastern traditions. It represents humans suffering, overcoming life's challenges, and personal growth to a place of spiritual enlightenment, rebirth, or self-regeneration.
The Flannel Flower, an Australian native, has been chosen as the national symbol to promote mental health awareness in Australia.
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.
Let me offer yet another metaphor for ADHD: that of a rose bush. For all I know this may not even be an original idea, but it is one that captures the dichotomy of what can be good or bad about this biological condition.
The lotus blossom reminds us that there is hope at the end of our journey, and that the depth of our despair or the darkness we might feel are surmountable challenges given the right support and environment.
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.
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.
Tulip (yellow) - Hopeless love. Violet - Faithfulness.
Gray and blue are often considered depressive colors that may contribute to feelings of low mood.
Cyclamen. The Cyclamen blooms in shades of pink, red, and white. The ancient Greeks associated Cyclamen with death and mourning and planted it in cemeteries as a symbol of remembrance. In addition, the flower's natural habitat, often in rocky, shaded areas, lends a sense of loneliness.
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.
Pheasant's eye flowers are used to express sorrowful memories, while lilac simply means memory.
Purple: Also rare, the purple lotus (often referenced in Buddhism) symbolizes balance within yourself, and self-enlightenment.
Flowers can chase away anxieties, worries and the blues, making people feel less depressed, troubled or agitated. They can induce a more positive outlook on life, boosting energy and happiness.
Our logo symbolises the rare native Tasmania orchid (Thelymitra or sun orchid).
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.
Jasmine. Jasmine is not just a beautiful bloom, it is also one of the preferred flowers for mental health preservation. Jasmine reduces stress, anxiety levels and helps with sleep problems.
St. John's wort is a plant native to Europe with yellow, star-shaped flowers. It's often used for depression but can cause serious interactions with some drugs.
Petunia. Petunias are colorful flowers that have been associated with hope, healing, and well-being for a long time.