My Journey to Becoming a Plant Parent
It all started innocently enough. A friend gifted me a succulent for my birthday, claiming it was “impossible to kill.” Challenge accepted, I thought, naively underestimating the addictive power of nurturing another living thing. Fast forward a few months, and my apartment looked like a jungle had exploded. Turns out, keeping one plant alive opened the floodgates to a world of leafy companions and unexpected joys.
Why You Should Become a Plant Parent: Uncovering the Joys
1. Witnessing Plant Growth Is Surprisingly Therapeutic
Modern life is stressful, right? But let me tell you, there’s something incredibly calming about watching a tiny seedling unfurl its leaves or a droopy plant perk up after a good watering.
I distinctly remember the day my monstera deliciosa sprouted a new leaf – a glorious, fenestrated masterpiece. I swear, I could feel my stress levels plummeting as I admired its intricate veins.