{"id":3380,"date":"2024-08-02T09:29:32","date_gmt":"2024-08-02T16:29:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterlifecolorado.com\/old\/?p=3380"},"modified":"2024-08-02T09:29:52","modified_gmt":"2024-08-02T16:29:52","slug":"how-house-plants-can-help-boost-your-mental-health","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/betterlifecolorado.com\/old\/how-house-plants-can-help-boost-your-mental-health\/","title":{"rendered":"How House Plants Can Help Boost Your Mental Health"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; background_color=&#8221;rgba(0,0,0,0.63)&#8221; background_image=&#8221;https:\/\/betterlifecolorado.com\/old\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/annie-spratt-IcxBbmxecEM-unsplash-1-1.jpg&#8221; background_blend=&#8221;overlay&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;114px||36px||false|false&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; title_text=&#8221;annie-spratt-IcxBbmxecEM-unsplash (1)&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_post_title date=&#8221;off&#8221; comments=&#8221;off&#8221; featured_image=&#8221;off&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.21.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_font=&#8221;Poppins||||||||&#8221; title_text_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; meta_text_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_post_title][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;21px||0px||false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text ul_position=&#8221;outside&#8221; ol_position=&#8221;outside&#8221; ol_item_indent=&#8221;39px&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;a5692afb-547a-4b32-98a1-ca66f61e0673&#8243; text_font=&#8221;Poppins|300|||||||&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;justified&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/betterlifecolorado.com\/old\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Screenshot-2024-08-02-at-10.14.32\u202fAM-300x199.png\" width=\"389\" height=\"258\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3384 alignnone size-medium\" srcset=\"https:\/\/betterlifecolorado.com\/old\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Screenshot-2024-08-02-at-10.14.32\u202fAM-300x199.png 300w, https:\/\/betterlifecolorado.com\/old\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Screenshot-2024-08-02-at-10.14.32\u202fAM-1024x678.png 1024w, https:\/\/betterlifecolorado.com\/old\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Screenshot-2024-08-02-at-10.14.32\u202fAM-768x508.png 768w, https:\/\/betterlifecolorado.com\/old\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Screenshot-2024-08-02-at-10.14.32\u202fAM-980x648.png 980w, https:\/\/betterlifecolorado.com\/old\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Screenshot-2024-08-02-at-10.14.32\u202fAM-480x318.png 480w, https:\/\/betterlifecolorado.com\/old\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Screenshot-2024-08-02-at-10.14.32\u202fAM.png 1070w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 389px) 100vw, 389px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In the last couple of years, research into the psychological benefits of nature has exploded and found that spending time among the trees can reduce stress, increase creativity and make us feel happier.\u00a0 Unfortunately, the vast majority of us live in urban areas and spend most of our time in our offices, homes, and surrounded by concrete roads and buildings.\u00a0 However, we can create our own mini greenspaces and bring those benefits to us with the use of a couple of houseplants. 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Here&#8217;s why you should consider bringing a bit of greenery into your home.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Reduced Stress<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Recent studies have shown that nature, and plants in particular, help us to feel relaxed and relieve stress.\u00a0 <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4419447\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Evidence<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> has found that spending time around plants actually physically lowers the amount of stress that your body is carrying by lowering your blood pressure and suppressing sympathetic (arousal) nervous system activity.\u00a0 These physiological responses are correlated to psychological feelings of decreased anxiety, and increased feelings of calmness and relaxation.\u00a0 Additionally, green is considered to be the most soothing color, and found abundantly on almost any plant.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Houseplants give you a slice of nature indoors. Especially if you live in a city with limited green spaces, having some plants at home can make a huge difference. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mdpi.com\/2071-1050\/11\/16\/4506\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Research<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> has found that even small interactions (one or two small plants or as little as 20 minutes) with nature can boost your mood and reduce feelings of depression and anxiety .<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Increased Dopamine<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Most of us have heard of dopamine, the neurotransmitter in our brain that\u2019s often referred to as the \u201cfeel good chemical\u201d.\u00a0 While dopamine is involved in a number of brain functions, it can very much <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellmind.com\/what-is-dopamine-5185621\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">affect our mental health<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. In particular, dopamine is responsible for our feeling of reward.\u00a0 Dopamine gets triggered by a substance or behavior, and the release of this chemical makes us feel good and more likely to repeat that behavior.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Because plants are living things, when we take care of them we can actual see our efforts paying off as the plant grows.\u00a0 This can also increase our levels of dopamine which helps us to experience positive emotions, and provides a sense of accomplishment or fulfillment.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Increased Mindfulness<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\" style=\"font-size: 26px;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/betterlifecolorado.com\/old\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Screenshot-2024-08-02-at-10.14.20%E2%80%AFAM-300x222.png\" width=\"345\" height=\"255\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3383 alignnone size-medium\" style=\"font-size: 26px;\" \/><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Houseplants need regular care and attention, which can give you an easy way to practice mindfulness without even thinking about it too much. Simple tasks like watering, pruning, and repotting your plants help you stay present and focused on the moment. These small acts of care can be meditative, helping you to calm your mind and increase your ability to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC9739745\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">live mindfully over time, which is correlated to increased feelings of happiness and well-being<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Caring for plants can also put you in a state of flow, where you become fully absorbed in what you&#8217;re doing. This flow state is excellent for your mental health, promoting concentration and decreasing rumination.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Life Lessons to be Learned from Plants<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Plants, like all living things, have their struggles. They might deal with pests, diseases, or changes in their environment, mirroring the ups and downs of life.\u00a0 Noticing your plant has a problem can engage you both in learning something new and increasing your problem solving abilities by trying to learn about the plant and what change it may need to be healthier.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Additionally, a houseplant that has gone through a little bit of struggle can help show us how to accept imperfections, about the plant, ourselves, or life. Through this acceptance we can also see from our plants how to be resilient, and keep growing even when things aren\u2019t exactly the way we want them to be.\u00a0 Seeing your plants overcome challenges can inspire you to do the same, reminding you that growth often comes through overcoming obstacles.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0In the last couple of years, research into the psychological benefits of nature has exploded and found that spending time among the trees can reduce stress, increase creativity and make us feel happier.\u00a0 Unfortunately, the vast majority of us live in urban areas and spend most of our time in our offices, [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":6,"featured_media":3390,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"nf_dc_page":"","_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Welcome to WordPress. 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