Buying flowers for yourself; why you need treats

Dashing around to get through your week and coping with the stresses and strains of everyday life can take its toll on even the strongest of people.

The team at Dovedale Florist Liverpool see it every day: customers ordering last-minute flowers for delivery in Merseyside, who are clearly harassed and tired.

The antidote for some people is a few glasses of wine or a nice big bar of chocolate to help them unwind. However, health lobbyists will tell you that these are short-term solutions (and not always good in the long run).

So, here are a few ways to give yourself healthy treats, to pamper yourself, de-stress and lift your mood.

Short walks in fresh air

Most people realise that exercise is a good way to unwind and that it releases hormones that are responsible for improved emotional well-being.

However, one of the myths of exercise is that you have to get sweaty in a gym - or by running around - for it to count.

In fact, scientists agree that regular short walks in the open air, throughout the day, can be tremendously beneficial.

Try to make time to go for a 5-10 minute walks, 2 or 3 times a day, especially if you work with technology.

If you are ever near Dovedale Road (Liverpool L18 5EP), why not pop into Dovedale Florist shop and say hello as you walk by!

Treat yourself to something special

When you are on a budget or saving hard, it can seem important to keep every penny for the essentials. However, setting aside some money for an inexpensive treat once a week can be a real incentive and reward.

This could be a new bubble bath for a long soak, a sports magazine to read in an armchair, or selection of fresh flowers for your Liverpool home. The simple pleasure of that treat can give you a warm glow for some time.

Back in control

The pace of modern living can leave your head spinning!

Taking back control with a simple low-cost gesture can be very therapeutic and rewarding.

Make time in your week to meet up with friends to relax for a while. Alternatively, sit somewhere quiet and read a book. Or you could buy a selection of lovely fresh flowers from Dovedale Florist Liverpool, then enjoy arranging and displaying them in your home.

This is not time wasted, it’s a chance to reboot.

Look after yourself

Particularly if no one else in your life remembers to pamper you, then take control, and give yourself some “me time”. You deserve it.

Dovedale Florist Liverpool offers online or in-store flower options to suit all pockets and tastes, so indulge yourself a little with a flower treat for yourself.