From tropical-like shadows cast across your living room walls, to fairytale-like leafy vines draped over head, adding a little greenery to one’s everyday life goes a long way. With all that’s happening in the world; people have been taking the time to obtain new skills and hobbies, as well as refine old ones. That being said, now would also be the perfect time to finally take up home gardening or planting. Other than the fact that plants and flowers have always been used as decorative elements around the house, they also happen to have a variety of other beneficial qualities. According to an article on Forbes about houseplants, they are proven to reduce stress and anxiety, enhance air quality and even enhance cognitive skills. While some plants are beneficial in that they serve specific functions – much like fragrant flowers such as Jasmine, Gardenias or Lavender are used to help with sleep – gardening or planting in general has a multitude of mental and psychological benefits as well. An article on Psychology Today mentions that gardening can help with practicing acceptance, moving beyond perfectionism, developing a ‘growth’ mindset, connecting with…
