Life Kit
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
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Mexican cooking 101
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How to stay safe during a night out
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How to throw a clever theme party
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How to wake up early, even if you're a night owl
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Student loan forgiveness Q&A
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Dear LK: I cared for our dad. Now my greedy siblings want the inheritance
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Braving the 'quarterlife' crisis
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The 5-minute daily playtime ritual that can get your kids to listen better
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How to use music to express your authentic self
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Why rest is an act of resistance
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Tips for finding relief from IBS
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How to recreate a beloved family recipe
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Dear LK: Should I give my boyfriend an ultimatum?
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Protect yourself from election disinformation
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How to start professional networking (and feel good about it)
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The markets are down. Here's how to handle your investments
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Dear LK: My dad's wife died and he won't leave the house
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What to do when driving during flood conditions
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When something feels personal, here's how to cope
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When it comes to parenting, lead with connection
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How much water does your body really need?
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Stuck doing all the household chores? This practical guide can help
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How to start a new job
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Dear LK: Do I have to read the book my husband wrote?
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How to counteract common thinking traps
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A friendship expert shares the science of making and keeping friends
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The omicron boosters are here. What you should know about them
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Dear LK: I uninvited my sister-in-law from our wedding
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How to gamify your exercise routine
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3 tips for talking to your Latinx parents about mental health
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Simplify dinner (and cleanup) with these clever one-pan meals
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Dear LK: My co-worker posted a terrible review about me!
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Learning a new skill can be easy — if you have the right mindset
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The sex ed most queer students never got
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