Feeling better with 気が晴れる
The expression 気が晴れる literally means “one’s spirit clears up” or “one’s mood clears up”. It describes the feeling of relief or emotional uplift after resolving a problem, expressing feelings, or having a refreshing experience. Your 気 (mood, feelings) does the action of 晴れる (clearing up).
Dictionary Definition
気持ちがすっきりする。
To feel relieved.
Goo Dictionary
Further Reading
- 気が晴れる|慣用句 (edewakaru.com)