Today, Popsugar editor-in-chief Kelsey Castañon is introducing you to Popsugar's Feel-Good List. |
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| A few weeks ago, my wife and I were curled up on the couch watching "The Traitors," pretend-screaming at the TV every time a Faithful guessed the wrong person (so, repeatedly), and scrolling Instagram during commercial breaks. When we landed on a clip of figure skater Alysa Liu's Olympics performance doing the latter, we stopped to watch. We must have replayed that video four, five times, the word "happy" triple axel-ing through the pixelated screen.
Looking back now, I wish I could bottle the feeling of that moment, just stick it in an airtight jar and seal all the goodness in. It was comfort in where I was, the connection of who I was with, a glimmer of joy in what I was watching. That's the good stuff. Allowing yourself to feel it is also an important, but often unrealized, practice.
At Popsugar, we've been talking a lot about what it means to "feel good" in 2026, when the news cycle is bleak no matter which way you look. Here's where we landed: it's in those micro-moments of joy. It's whenever you find yourself escaping, connecting, or laughing — not to ignore what's happening around us, but to celebrate the humanity and happiness that exists right alongside it.
Which brings us to today: I am elated to unveil our inaugural Feel-Good List, a curated snapshot of the people, trends, and moments delivering a hit of dopamine this year when the world needs it most. We binge-watched every heartwarming TV show, scoured the internet for pockets of positivity, and went down memory lane as the stars we grew up with made a triumphant return.
Yes, you'll find nostalgia threaded throughout this list, because we learned that so many of us are collectively finding refuge in revisiting the past. You'll see that in every story before you, from the profiles of our cover stars Lana Condor, Taryn Delanie Smith, and Adrienne Bailon-Houghton to the fashion staple that's a literal comfort blanket for your feet to a playlist that makes you want to get up and dance, and so much more. I hope each one resonates with you as much as it did with us.
These are all small things, of course, as is snuggling up on a couch. But remember: a handful of small things has a big impact. Every bit is worth celebrating.
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| Taryn Delanie Smith brings millions of followers into her weird, wonderful, indisputably funny world — and for many of us, tuning in feels like watching a friend. Keep reading for Delanie Smith's thoughts on girlhood, gratitude, and the power of being a "chaos goblin." |
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| From her dreamy rom-com roles to her real-life love story, Lana Condor is the type of star who has always worn her heart on her sleeve, and fans have fallen in love. We spoke with Condor about married life, mediums, and iPod Nanos. |
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| Adrienne Bailon-Houghton has evolved a lot since her "Cheetah Girls" days, and the journey has only made her more intentional about cultivating joy. Here, Bailon-Houghton shares her takes on motherhood, music, and making movies again. |
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| What's the fashion equivalent of feel-good energy? Bright hues are a good start, as is color-blocking. That's exactly what we brought in to capture the unbridled joy of our cover stars. Click to shop every outfit they wore for the photoshoot, then keep scrolling to get each dopamine-boosting look for less. |
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Shop Our Feel-Good List Picks |
From jelly makeup to a modern twist on a nostalgic Pepsi flavor, these Feel-Good List faves are making us reminisce. |
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UGG Classic Short II Boot |
We're thrilled that UGGs have made a comeback, and though there are many fun new styles, these are a classic. |
| Pepsi® Wild Cherry & Cream |
A treat with every sip. There's nothing like cracking a can and pouring it over ice after a long day on set. |
| Milk Makeup Cooling Water Jelly Shimmer Highlighter Stick |
The early 2000s had jelly shoes; today it's all about jelly beauty products like this fun, glitter-flecked highlighter. |
| Kodak PIXPRO Digital Camera
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We had point-and-shoots on set at the Feel-Good List photoshoot, and they instantly transported us back to middle school. |
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Before you go, here are more Feel-Good List moments you don't want to miss. |
- The early 2000s had jelly sandals and clear backpacks. Today, the trend has made its way to your skin, nails, and makeup.
- Clogs, slippers, sneakers — UGGs have come a long way since they debuted decades ago. See how our editors style the nostalgic trend in 2026.
- What goes into a full-day shoot with three major celebrities? Click here for BTS footage of our day on set with Condor, Bailon-Houghton, and Delanie Smith.
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