A few months ago, I planned to plant flowers but wasn't able to do it because I was so busy. Buying flowers in pots here are likewise expensive, so I postponed my plan. Since I don't have any other physical activity aside from doing some household chores and sitting down the entire day in front my study table...🤓 I plan to resume it. I just remember my parents who were fond of planting.🌱 My father and mother had a green thumb and our home ended up being diversely verdant and colorful from the remainder of the neighborhood where it has a wide range of blooming plants and vegetables around it. We even had bermudagrasses in our front yard where we could sit and play during the afternoon. I and my siblings grew up to be surrounded by the beauty around us. And I haven't heard of hypertension nor cancer that my parents developed, unlike their contemporaries who suffered from such ailments. Gardening might have contributed to my parents' healthy lifestyle. I just read an article about the benefits of gardening. And, it's true, it doesn't only make the home beautiful but it does a great deal to promote good health. Planting plants can exercise your muscles which then help you lose weight. Gardening is considered a moderate-intensity exercise that helps burn a lot of calories, regulates blood flow and lowers blood pressure. Also being outside in the morning tending to your plants makes your bone stronger because of the vitamin D that you absorb from sunshine. It can also relieve you of stress because it provides you with a period of rest from the extended periods of utilizing electronic gadgets and being in front of the computer causing strain to your eyes and back. Moreover, gardening provides bonding with other family members and this can help kids develop a sense of security and self-esteem. And most of all it can make you happier! Being surrounded by green living things and pretty flowers can boost good mood and alleviate anxiety because it lowers the level of Cortisol, the primary stress hormone in your blood. In this time of the pandemic, many people have sorted to gardening to grow their own vegetable for consumption. Aside from that, it gives them the confidence for the future, that everything will still be alright! If you wanna read the full article here is the link: https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/health/wellness/a22109/health-benefits-gardening/ Leavin' you this pic of an orange cosmos flower that I snapped from my afternoon strolls some months ago... Wishing you all love, harmony and happiness this holiday!💕 #Flowerdiaries🌻 @Mitochondria #Originalcontent creator