Anyone who has suffered through the pain of wearing an uncomfortable bra or knickers all day will attest; comfy underwear is a godsend.

So we can’t say we’re surprised to see that smalls that support you made it to the number two spot in a comprehensive list of fifty things that make a woman feel good.

The nice knickers were second only a different, but equally lovely, form of support - a cuddle from your loved one. 

Other feel-good moments to make the top ten included buying a present for someone that they clearly loved, (generous lot, aren’t we?), finding a bargain and getting a compliment. 

A spokeswoman for Sainsbury’s, which commissioned the ‘feel good factor’ poll of 2,000 women said: 

”In January, we all need a pick-me-up but as this survey shows, it doesn’t need to cost the earth.

“And with the average female stating she feels good in what she is wearing for just three days a week perhaps a few more surprise compliments, alongside tucking into a good camembert and a good book could brighten the winter months no end”. 

It doesn’t cost the earth to make us happy either, a simple bubble bath at home was rated more highly than a spa day, while reading a book beat watching a soap opera. And speaking to our rumbling ‘trying-to-hold-back-for-January’ tummies, indulging in a bar of chocolate or wedge of cheese is more pleasurable for many women than having a manicure or going on a first date.

Chocolate in a bubble bath... double the happiness.

The Sainsbury’s spokesperson added:

”January gives a great opportunity to take stock of the year ahead and decide what really makes you feel good.

”Our research has shown that spending time with friends and family as well as quality time to dedicate to hobbies – whether it be reading, playing sport or hitting the shops – make most women happy and there’s no better time to start as you mean to go on.”

 

TOP 50 ‘FEEL GOOD’ FACTORS

1.    A partner giving you a spontaneous cuddle
2.    Comfortable underwear
3.    Someone telling you you’ve lost weight
4.    Buying a present for someone which they’re obviously pleased to receive
5.    Wearing sexy underwear
6.    Finding a bargain
7.    Receiving flowers
8.    Being bought a present
9.    Someone telling you you look younger than you are
10.    A stranger complementing you on what your style
11.    Tucking into a bar of chocolate
12.    Being asked where you bought something
13.    Catching up with old friends
14.    Fitting into an outfit you thought was too small
15.    Reading a brilliant book
16.    Having clean teeth
17.    Having a meal cooked for you
18.    Shopping
19.    Someone noticing you’ve had your hair done
20.    A proper hug from your son/daughter
21.    Getting dressed up for a night out
22.    A sale in your favourite shop
23.    Being told your children are well behaved or clever
24.    A bubble bath
25.    Seeing a new play / exhibition
26.    Buying a new bottle of perfume
27.    Going out for lunch with friends
28.    Winning a debate
29.    Getting praise from the boss
30.    A child thanking you for having them to tea
31.    A spa day
32.    Exercising / playing sport
33.    Showing off a new handbag
34.    The DJ playing your favourite song on a night out
35.    Watching a box set
36.    Your children doing well at school / sport
37.    Taking heels off at the end of the night
38.    Recycling clothes
39.    Eating cheese
40.    Doing a great job at work
41.    Going on a first date
42.    Have a good chat with friends
43.    Watching soap operas
44.    Sharing a bottle of wine with friends
45.    Buying new make up
46.    Having a manicure
47.    Shapewear which makes your figure look amazing
48.    Singing along to the radio in your car
49.    Picking up a new skill / hobby
50.    Cleavage enhancing bras