Flower - Unspoken Feelings: Expressing Emotions Through Floral Art

Explore the art of expressing emotions through flowers in this 17-minute TEDx talk by renowned florist Che Wei Lin. Discover how flowers have been used to convey unspoken feelings throughout history, from ancient Japan's "The Tale of Genji" to 17th-century Istanbul's "Turkish Love Letter." Learn why Lin, who struggled with verbal expression as a child, became fascinated with the concept of "expressing feelings with flowers." Understand how both language and flowers serve as tools for communicating affection. Gain insights into finding alternative mediums for emotional expression, such as cooking, singing, taking walks together, or creating small doodles. Reflect on the universal ability to convey emotions through various means, with flowers potentially being the most beautiful method of all.