Life Kit podcast

Life Kit

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Everyone needs a little help being a human. From sleep to saving money to parenting and more, host Marielle Segarra talks to experts to get the best advice out there. Life Kit is here to help you get it together. Want another life hack? Try Life Kit+. You'll support the show and unlock exclusive curated playlists and sponsor-free listening. Learn more at plus.npr.org/lifekit

Everyone needs a little help being a human. From sleep to saving money to parenting and more, host Marielle Segarra talks to experts to get the best advice out there. Life Kit is here to help you get it together. Want another life hack? Try Life Kit+. You'll support the show and unlock exclusive curated playlists and sponsor-free listening. Learn more at plus.npr.org/lifekit

 

#1028

A smarter way to pick the right college

When deciding between colleges, it can be tempting to let prestige guide your choice. But ... more

25 Sep 2025

19 MINS

19:48

25 Sep 2025


#1027

Why anxiety is a superpower

As bad as it feels, anxiety is essential, says psychotherapist Britt Frank, author of The ... more

23 Sep 2025

19 MINS

19:28

23 Sep 2025


#1026

How to maintain a healthy interracial relationship

If you're in an interracial relationship, there can be additional concerns even with lots ... more

22 Sep 2025

24 MINS

24:03

22 Sep 2025


#1025

What to do when your health insurance denies coverage

What happens when you get a medical bill for something your insurance should have covered?... more

18 Sep 2025

22 MINS

22:01

18 Sep 2025


#1024

Overcoming romantic obsession

When a crush turns into a harmful obsession, you might experience limerence, romantic infa... more

16 Sep 2025

22 MINS

22:26

16 Sep 2025


#1023

Debunking sleep myths

There are a lot of misconceptions about sleep. Sleep scientist Rebecca Robbins and her col... more

15 Sep 2025

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16:51

15 Sep 2025


#1022

Samin Nosrat's recipe for gathering with friends

For chef Samin Nosrat, one of the most valuable parts of life is sharing food with the peo... more

11 Sep 2025

21 MINS

21:14

11 Sep 2025


#1021

Budgeting for college students

A new semester has begun, which means college students across the country are taking on de... more

09 Sep 2025

25 MINS

25:56

09 Sep 2025


#1020

Lost your keys? A better way to find them

Searching for an item you've misplaced, like a passport, wedding ring or keys, can get fru... more

08 Sep 2025

18 MINS

18:06

08 Sep 2025


#1019

A head-to-toe check-in for the fall

It’s not just school kids who could use a back-to-school reset. Your body could use one to... more

04 Sep 2025

22 MINS

22:54

04 Sep 2025


#1018

Teens are using AI. Here’s how parents can talk about it

High school and college students graduating in 2026 will have had access to artificial int... more

02 Sep 2025

23 MINS

23:33

02 Sep 2025


#1017

Boost your mood in 15 minutes

Sometimes you're just feeling blah: maybe the weather's bad, you can't get out of bed and ... more

01 Sep 2025

23 MINS

23:58

01 Sep 2025


#1016

Dear Life Kit: When money makes relationships murky

Behavioral scientist Wendy De La Rosa and personal finance expert Katie Gatti Tassin answe... more

28 Aug 2025

20 MINS

20:20

28 Aug 2025


#1015

Road safety for pedestrians and cyclists

No matter whether you're walking, biking or driving, there are things you can do to stay s... more

26 Aug 2025

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26 Aug 2025


#1014

How to deal with intrusive thoughts

Have you ever had a disturbing thought pop up into your head? Thoughts that are distressin... more

25 Aug 2025

20 MINS

20:46

25 Aug 2025


#1013

Ouch, I've got a crick! Neck pain 101

Have you ever woken up with a crick in your neck after a bad night's sleep? Or feel like y... more

21 Aug 2025

26 MINS

26:38

21 Aug 2025


#1012

A better way to support your teens as they go back to school

Today's teens struggle with perfectionism and mood swings, and their parents struggle to h... more

19 Aug 2025

22 MINS

22:56

19 Aug 2025


#1011

Quitting isn't always bad. How to know when it's time to walk away

Quitting is often associated with failure. But choosing to walk away from a goal can help ... more

18 Aug 2025

18 MINS

18:02

18 Aug 2025


#1010

What eating disorders do to the brain and body

Eating disorders are complicated illnesses that are often misunderstood. Dr. Eva Trujillo,... more

14 Aug 2025

14 MINS

14:08

14 Aug 2025


#1009

Tiny pep talks for everyday problems

We use encouragement and support to get through life's big moments. But what about a littl... more

12 Aug 2025

13 MINS

13:34

12 Aug 2025


#1008

How to talk to your parents about their money

Helping an aging parent with end-of-life planning? Financial journalist Cameron Huddleston... more

11 Aug 2025

20 MINS

20:05

11 Aug 2025


#1007

Is your phone becoming a time suck? Try a boring phone

Phones can be addicting: There are endless texts to answer, notifications to check and gam... more

07 Aug 2025

21 MINS

21:09

07 Aug 2025


#1006

Be a houseguest who gets invited back

Whether you're sleeping on your old friend's couch or staying with a family member for a l... more

05 Aug 2025

19 MINS

19:47

05 Aug 2025


#1005

How to avoid counterfeit and unsafe products online

Almost 7 in 10 consumers were misled into purchasing counterfeit items online at least one... more

04 Aug 2025

21 MINS

21:58

04 Aug 2025


#1004

Are seed oils really bad for you? Researchers unpack RFK Jr.'s claims

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and others have said that seed oils, like soybean, ... more

31 Jul 2025

15 MINS

15:42

31 Jul 2025


#1003

Hidden ways technology can influence your parenting decisions

From pregnancy tracking apps to smart baby monitors, technology is ingrained in parenthood... more

29 Jul 2025

26 MINS

26:21

29 Jul 2025


#1002

How journaling can help you through hard times

For Suleika Jaouad, journaling has been a source of solace through life's ups and downs fo... more

28 Jul 2025

19 MINS

19:35

28 Jul 2025


#1001

How to embrace the mess and teach your kids to cook

If you have kids, cooking with them might sound like a daunting prospect. But David Nayfel... more

24 Jul 2025

18 MINS

18:50

24 Jul 2025