Why Do People Feel Sad When It Rains?

Rain can make people feel sad because it reminds them of happy or sad memories. Imagine you were playing outside when it rained, and you got wet, that might have made you feel silly. Or maybe rain makes your favorite story come to life. Rain is like a special key that opens up old feelings inside.

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A kid remembers playing outside when it rained and laughing while getting wet.
Someone feels sad because they associate rain with their favorite story about a lonely character.
Rainy days remind an old man of the day he said goodbye to his wife, who loved walking in the rain.

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