De-Stress And Recharge With 1-800-Flowers (GIVEAWAY)

Winner is Leslie of Leslie Loves Veggies! Enjoy your flowers!!!

I bet you knew that color and scent can directly influence your mood, didn't you? How many of us instantly feel a little pick-me-up when we get that first heady whiff of coffee in the morning? Scents can pick us up, or calm us down. Many industries use this to their advantage, painting the walls of restaurants certain colors to entice you to order more, for example. Or spas circulating soothing scents to help you relax while you enjoy their services.

Did you know you can benefit from scent and color in your own home? I was recently told about a Harvard study showing that people who made a point of looking at flowers first thing in the morning felt cheerier and more energetic throughout the day. Now, I don't know if I'd give up my morning coffee for this....but I may mention this stuff to my sweet husband!! Because trust me, with a toddler and a newborn...I need all the help I can get!

Since I'm in need of ideas to de-stress and recharge, I looked into which flowers combine the scents and colors to do the job.

Roses: their scent and bold color help boost energy and improve mood. Who wouldn't be in a good mood looking at this Sweetheart Rose Bouquet?

Lavender: often used for insomnia, the scent of lavender calms and relaxes. This Lavender Dish Garden would look fantastic on a nightstand.

Light purple/blue: These colors soothe. They reduce tension and calm anxiety. Use these colors in a room where you want comfort and tranquility. A blue hydrangea would be a perfect arrangement.

Yellow: The color yellow is associated with increased alertness, well being, and self-esteem. It's cheerful and uplifting, like this Martha Stewart Golden Sunflower Bouquet.

You can read more about the "power of flowers" at the official 1-800-Flowers blog. In the meantime, I have a $50 gift card to 1-800-Flowers for one of you, so you can see for yourself how much flowers can improve your mood!

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To enter, leave a comment letting me know why you need to de-stress and recharge.

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Comments will close at midnight, July 26. Winner will be notified via e-mail on July 27, and will have 48 hours to claim prize. Contest open to US and Canadian residents.