The Science of Happiness
Or... how to trick your Brain into a better Mood
Winter is tough.... Short days. Less sunlight. Lower energy.
And, for many sellers in DACH, this time of year comes with an added layer of pressure. Targets, uncertainty, and the feeling of running on an empty pipeline.
What most people don’t realise is that happiness is not just an emotion.
It is chemistry. And that means you can influence it deliberately!
One Act of Kindness Changes Your Brain 🤯
Research shows that a single act of kindness creates a measurable happiness response in the brain.
Kindness triggers the release of 3 key neurotransmitters and hormones:
Serotonin stabilises mood and increases feelings of calm and well-being
Dopamine, the brain’s reward chemical, creates motivation and a sense of achievement
Oxytocin, the love hormone, strengthens connection, trust, and feelings of belonging
This means kindness is not just “nice behaviour”. It is a biological intervention.
Why this matters especially NOW
During darker months, many people wait for motivation, energy, or happiness to return on its own. But the brain does not work that way.
If your environment gives you less stimulation, you must create it intentionally!
Acts of kindness are one of the fastest and most reliable ways to do that because they bypass overthinking and go straight to neurochemistry.
You do not need more sunlight to feel better. You just need a trigger. 🌞
How get your Daily Mood Reset
Here are a few examples of 'Acts of Kindness' you can do today:
- Send a genuine thank you message
- Give someone specific positive feedback
- Help a colleague without being asked
- Hold the door for a stranger
- pay for your friend's coffee
- check in on someone who might be struggling
The size of the action does not matter. The intention does.
Why this is especially powerful for Sellers
Sales can be mentally demanding.
Rejection. Pressure. Uncertainty. The list goes on and on...
Acts of kindness shift your focus outward instead of inward.
They reduce stress, increase emotional resilience, and create a sense of control over your internal state. In other words, kindness is a strategy!
Want to learn the right Skills for 2026?
SaaS Sales is no longer conventional!
Buyer behaviour has changed, pressure has increased, and performance now requires more than just scripts and tactics...
That is why at Sales in DACH we combine Live Coaching with On-Demand learning.

You do not just consume content. You practice, reflect and apply together with experienced coaches and other sellers in the DACH market.
- Live Sessions, personalised to where you're at
- On-Demand content individually assigned to you to access anytime
- Psychology-backed skills that help you perform under pressure
If you want to tackle 2026 with relevant sales skills, sustainable performance habits and mental resilience, talk to Helena!
We'll build a plan with and for you! 😍
Your Sales in DACH Team ✨
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