It's Official: We Found the 40 Prettiest Flowers in the World
How many of these breathtaking beauties do you recognize? As is often the case with beautiful things, we've given flowers meaning—so much so that even looking at one can make you feel more alive. A plain red rose has become a romantic expression of love and sunny daffodils represent the rebirth of the planet every spring. Of course, because they're plants, we also use them in more practical ways: Silky flower petals have been crushed and distilled into essential oils and perfumes for centuries, and we've figured out how to eat some of them and make tea with select leaves, stalks, and blooms. But to put it simply, the joy of admiring a gorgeous, colorful flower is unmatched. (Though we should note that some are best admired from afar because of toxicity.) Not to mention, no two flowers are exactly the same. Some rise out of the water to bloom while others sprout vines that go where they want…permanently decorating the side of your house. Even low bushes can produce incredible blossoms, like giant peonies, and if you've ever sat under a cherry blossom tree with a cool breeze blowing tiny petals around you, you know how magnificent flowering trees can be. A person who loves flowers is called an "anthophile," and if this describes you, you'll probably recognize most—if not all—of the flowers below. Rare or common, bright or soft, simple or complex, these beautiful flowers from around the world are certainly sights to behold.
2023-06-05T21:29:17Z
Things you think are eco-friendly—but really aren't
There is only one planet Earth, so we like to take care of it. After all, it's where we live, and who doesn't like to live in a nice, clean home? We try our best to do our bit for the environment, and that usually involves choices with regards to what we wear, eat, and use. But with so much conflicting information out there, and trends that come and go, how do we know what's best for the environment? Sometimes we do things we think are eco-friendly, when in fact they're not! Want to find out more? Then click through this gallery.
2024-01-10T11:23:22Z
Do you know the signs of an identity crisis?
The proverbial "identity crisis" is something we know well in pop culture, but when it comes to ourselves, it can be harder to pin down. Identity itself is a complex concept because it is intrinsically subjective, but most psychologists agree that our identities encompass memories, experiences, relationships, and values, and involve how all of these things fit in our external circumstances. In combination, these components help create our sense of self and define how we move through the world. So, what happens when that personal blueprint is suddenly blurry or torn into pieces? We begin to question ourselves and act out. And this can happen with trauma, career changes, divorce, retirement, and more. But all hope isn’t lost. Click through to learn all about the causes, signs, and ways to work through an identity crisis.
2024-01-03T13:28:12Z