Gardenias,
pristine white,
poking like night stars
from a dark green bush.
One flower
is enough
to lift the mood
with its divine fragrance.
It’s aromatherapy
in the truest sense.
Even when shriveled,
it emits pleasant scent—
no chemicals,
just natural phytochemicals.
Our immune system approves these.
Just an idea:
don’t spend money
buying those poison cocktails—
deodorants, perfumes,
cleaning agents,
and room fresheners.
They’re hormone disruptors.
Will ravage your nerves
and curdle your blood
Slowly, but surely.
Buy a pot of gardenia—
nurture it,
bask in its fragrance,
stay healthy.
Note: Artficial scents are hormone disrupters.
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Seema Patel
Hi, I am Seema. I have been writing on the internet for 15 years. I have contributed to PubMed, Blogger, Medium, LinkedIn, Substack, and Amazon KDP.
I write about nature, health, parenting, creativity, gardening, and psychology.
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Comments (3)
Fresh flowers and herbs and plants are the way to go. Love the picture and good job.
"Such a beautifully evocative piece! 🌸✨ You’ve captured the magic of gardenias so effortlessly—their fragrance, their healing touch, and the simple joy they bring. A gentle reminder that nature’s gifts are always the best. Loved it! 💚🌿"
Nice Seema Patel