[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Section” fullwidth=”off” specialty=”on”][et_pb_column type=”3_4″ specialty_columns=”3″][et_pb_row_inner admin_label=”Row”][et_pb_column_inner type=”4_4″ saved_specialty_column_type=”3_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”intro Text” background_layout=”light” text_orientation=”left” use_border_color=”off” border_color=”#ffffff” border_style=”solid”]<\/p>\n
When you receive flowers, the doors of your heart swing open.<\/p>\n
When you give flowers, doors swing open in response.<\/p>\n
Expressing love and kindness through flowers – to a friend, family member or lover – is faster and less complicated than words and communicates so much about you, too.<\/p>\n
Research proves,<\/a> as I always believed, that flower givers are thought of as caring and loving people who appreciate beauty.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column_inner][\/et_pb_row_inner][et_pb_row_inner admin_label=”Row”][et_pb_column_inner type=”1_2″ saved_specialty_column_type=”3_4″][et_pb_video admin_label=”Love Yourself Video” src=”https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=107T7xUsUJg” image_src=”https:\/\/safnow.org\/aboutflowers\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2016\/11\/ChristineAryloVideo1.jpg”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_video][et_pb_text admin_label=”Love Yourself, Treat Yourself to Flowers – link to emotional impact of flowers study” background_layout=”light” text_orientation=”left” use_border_color=”off” border_color=”#ffffff” border_style=”solid”]<\/p>\n And, while no home will ever be picture perfect, flowers can be used to create favorite spots we love to walk by, relax in, or reenergize in. I’m also a firm believer that the amount of love you have in your life starts with the amount of love you have for yourself.\u00a0 So, in addition to giving flowers to others, remember to give flowers to yourself too.\u00a0 Research shows that flowers make people happier<\/a>; make yourself happier and include flowers as a part of your daily self-love practice!<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column_inner][et_pb_column_inner type=”1_2″ saved_specialty_column_type=”3_4″][et_pb_video admin_label=”Florist BFF Video” src=”https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=KETbLi2HNQo” image_src=”https:\/\/safnow.org\/aboutflowers\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2016\/11\/ChristineAryloVideo2.jpg”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_video][et_pb_text admin_label=”Your Florist is Your BFF Text” background_layout=”light” text_orientation=”left” use_border_color=”off” border_color=”#ffffff” border_style=”solid”]<\/p>\n What follows is my advice for building loving relationships, sending love spontaneously and instantly improving the mood of a friend or loved one.\u00a0 Also there to help is your florist, who’s like that friend-in-the-know who has the best advice and the hottest tips, who you can always rely on to help you add that special touch.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column_inner][\/et_pb_row_inner][et_pb_row_inner admin_label=”Row”][et_pb_column_inner type=”4_4″ saved_specialty_column_type=”3_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”flowers for friendships Text” background_layout=”light” text_orientation=”left” use_border_color=”off” border_color=”#ffffff” border_style=”solid”]<\/p>\n One of the best-kept secrets is that a gift of flowers from one friend to another is the perfect fit, and the flower power can be immense. Pick a flower or flowers that remind you of your friend’s unique spirit, and include a note linking the flower to them. One of the greatest gifts you can give a person is the gift of really seeing them, especially at the times that matter most.<\/p>\n There is something magical about sharing your life’s path with a friend for those important milestones… marking special times with flowers will keep you in their memories forever. Congratulate them on a professional achievement, a baby or anything new, or send a big dose of love when they really need it most, after a break-up or a spell of bad news.<\/p>\n The time to build a friendship is when it’s strong, so one of my favorite times to express my appreciation is when they’re least expecting it.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column_inner][\/et_pb_row_inner][et_pb_row_inner admin_label=”Row”][et_pb_column_inner type=”4_4″ saved_specialty_column_type=”3_4″][et_pb_video admin_label=”romantic love Video” src=”https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=KD9mZpvhi7U” image_src=”https:\/\/safnow.org\/aboutflowers\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2016\/11\/ChristineAryloVideo3.jpg”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_video][et_pb_text admin_label=”romantic Text” background_layout=”light” text_orientation=”left” use_border_color=”off” border_color=”#ffffff” border_style=”solid”]<\/p>\n Sending flowers to a romantic partner is a natural way to express your emotions – with an added bonus.\u00a0 Flowers show how special and caring you are, too.\u00a0 The truth is that great relationships take love and care, not hard work. If you step out of your busy life, and take a moment to be spontaneous with the simple gift of flowers, you’ll be surprised with how much love you get in return.<\/p>\n My first – and perhaps best – piece of advice is to surprise your love with flowers in unexpected places in unanticipated ways.\u00a0 For instance, put the flowers in a place that your love won’t immediately see them, but instead discovers them by surprise.\u00a0 Or, have flowers put on her office desk before she gets into work for the morning. Flowers coupled with the element of surprise are a match made in heaven.\u00a0 If you, for instance, put a flower on the passenger seat of your love’s car, when she sets off to start her day, glances over and sees your gift, WOW! her entire day just changed. It got the stamp of a smile from you.<\/p>\n Smart lovers know that flowers are like bursts of love you can give any day of the year to create a deeper intimacy with the people you love.\u00a0 No matter how busy life gets, or what challenges you face, remember the bond between you is what matters most.\u00a0 Think beyond tradition, and send her (or him) flowers that remind you of a memory only the two of you have.\u00a0 Did you meet in spring?\u00a0 Fresh tulips or a mix of spring blooms might be the key.\u00a0 Does she have a sunny personality? Sunflowers or flowers in bright, cheerful colors will make her take notice.\u00a0 You get the idea.\u00a0 Flowers can signify so much – it’s just up to you to make your move.<\/p>\n Finally, when you order flowers, tell your florist what statement you want the flowers to make. From a tender “you’re sweet” to a more direct “I think you’re hot,” and anywhere in-between, a floral arrangement can be designed to communicate your feelings, and your florist can be your cupid any time, all the time.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image admin_label=”tulips Image” src=”https:\/\/safnow.org\/aboutflowers\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2016\/11\/AboutFlowers_Tulips_SmithersOasis_1000.jpg” show_in_lightbox=”on” url_new_window=”off” use_overlay=”off” animation=”left” sticky=”off” align=”left” force_fullwidth=”off” always_center_on_mobile=”on” use_border_color=”off” border_color=”#ffffff” border_style=”solid”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column_inner][\/et_pb_row_inner][et_pb_row_inner admin_label=”Row”][et_pb_column_inner type=”4_4″ saved_specialty_column_type=”3_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Flowers for moms Text” background_layout=”light” text_orientation=”left” use_border_color=”off” border_color=”#ffffff” border_style=”solid”]<\/p>\n Let’s face it.\u00a0 Moms deserve a floral reward just about every day of the year.\u00a0 And, what moms want more than anything is to feel their kids’ love.\u00a0 So, how easy is this?\u00a0 Pick a day, any day, and send her the kind of flowers that express your love.\u00a0 Choose flowers that say something about her.\u00a0 Does she love purple?\u00a0 Does her favorite painting have daisies?\u00a0 Did she carry roses at her wedding?\u00a0 On her birthday, tuck an old photo of her and you into the card with a note saying “another year younger.”\u00a0\u00a0 Or, send her flowers you grew in your garden growing up.\u00a0 For many of us, an aunt, a godmother, in-law or even a family friend has been a mom to us.\u00a0 Return the love with a gift of flowers saying, “Thank you for the impact you’ve made on my life.”<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image admin_label=”roses and tulips Image” src=”https:\/\/safnow.org\/aboutflowers\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2016\/11\/AboutFlowers_RosesTulips_SmithersOasis_1000.jpg” show_in_lightbox=”on” url_new_window=”off” use_overlay=”off” animation=”left” sticky=”off” align=”left” force_fullwidth=”off” always_center_on_mobile=”on” use_border_color=”off” border_color=”#ffffff” border_style=”solid”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column_inner][\/et_pb_row_inner][et_pb_row_inner admin_label=”Row”][et_pb_column_inner type=”4_4″ saved_specialty_column_type=”3_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”flowers at work – link to \/flower-factor\/christine-arylos-relationship-tips\/” background_layout=”light” text_orientation=”left” use_border_color=”off” border_color=”#ffffff” border_style=”solid”]<\/p>\n By now, we know the ability of flowers to instantly boost our mood.\u00a0 Who doesn’t need that at work?\u00a0 Here are a few ways flowers can work overtime:<\/p>\nLove Yourself, Treat Yourself to Flowers<\/h3>\n
Your Florist is Your BFF<\/h3>\n
\nFlowers for Friendships<\/h3>\n
Flowers for Romantic Relationships<\/h3>\n
Flowers for Moms<\/h3>\n
Flowers at Work<\/h3>\n
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