Why Do People Feel Happy After a Rainstorm?

Rainstorms make us happy because they clean the air and calm our brains. After a rainstorm, the air feels fresh, like after you've just washed your face. Plus, when it rains, the sky gets darker, and that makes people feel safe and cozy, like being in a big blanket.

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After a big rainstorm, you feel like you’ve been refreshed and ready to play outside.
It feels good when the rain stops and the sky turns bright blue again.
You smile after a storm because everything looks clean and shiny.

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