This simple tactic can 'trick' your brain into feeling happier, researchers say

Researchers at the University of South Australia say "fake it 'til you make it" can help you feel more positive in this circumstance. "For mental health, this has interesting implications. If we can trick the brain into perceiving stimuli as 'happy,' then we can potentially use this mechanism to help boost mental health," study author Fernando Marolejo-Ramos said.