To me, this action felt like the embodiment of "taking matters into my own hands." I'm taking a stand for myself in a small yet impactful way. Flowers are synonymous to love and appreciation — two things that I need to remind myself I deserve. Growing up, they were something my mum made sure to keep around the house, mainly for herself, too. Having a small bouquet of flowers adds colour not only to the living room, but also to my daily routine. Every time I walk past those flowers, I am filled with positive sentiments. There is nothing sad about fresh-cut flowers.