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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.
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Episodes
Life KitScientifically Proven Ways To Be Happier
We could all use a little boost these days. Laurie Santos teaches a class on the science of happiness at Yale University, so we got her advice. (This episode…
Life KitHow To Have A Safe Thanksgiving
All gatherings carry risk during COVID-19. If you're meeting with people outside your immediate household during Thanksgiving, you can mitigate that risk by…
Life KitHow To Make Better (And Prettier) Pies
Just in time for Pi Day 2023, self-taught baker Lauren Ko shares her simple tips for making better — and more beautiful — pies. See pcm.adswizz.com for…
Life KitRecreating A Family Recipe
Making a family recipe for the first time can be daunting. Will it turn out just like you remembered? In this episode, podcaster Noor Wazwaz walks us through…
Life KitTransforming Kids' Worries Into Superpowers
Kids have anxiety — but it's not always a bad thing. Renee Jain and Dr. Shefali Tsabary have some ideas about how to help children use those feelings to their…
Life KitChecking In On Your Aging Loved Ones
The coronavirus makes things a lot lonelier, especially if you're older and separated from family and friends. In this episode, NPR's Denise Guerra talks with…
Life KitImproving Your Credit Score
A strong credit score can make major purchases and financial transactions much easier. Here's how to make yours better and keep it high. See pcm.adswizz.com…
Life KitHow Using (Not Hiding) Emotions Can Help Your Career
Emotions are everywhere, even at work. It might be tempting to hide them — but you can use them to your advantage. (This episode originally ran in December…
Life KitHow To Take Care Of Yourself This Election Season
2020 has been a lot. In this special episode from NPR's It's Been A Minute, host Sam Sanders talked with therapist Lori Gottlieb about taking care of mental…
Life KitMake Journaling Work For You
There's a lot to think about right now. Journaling might help — and you don't need a fancy notebook or lots of time. Here's where to start. See pcm.adswizz.com…
Life KitHow To Raise Good Citizens
Now is a good time to talk to the kids in your life about how to engage in civics. Here's a primer from our Life Kit parenting team. See pcm.adswizz.com for…
Life KitDealing With Your Seasonal Affective Disorder
It's getting darker and colder, and there's still a pandemic. Oh, and then there's seasonal affective disorder. Here's how to spot it and what you can do. See…
Life KitRights To Remember If Police Stop You
What should you do if a police officer pulls you over while you're driving, or stops you while you're peacefully protesting? See pcm.adswizz.com for…
Life KitCoping With Anxiety From Constant Headlines
Between the endless stream of headlines and the ongoing pandemic, the news can be overwhelming. Here's neuroscientist Judson Brewer's advice on coping and a…
Life KitIbram Kendi Reflects On Anti-Racism — And Wants You To Do It Too
Author and renowned scholar Ibram Kendi's new book asks readers to examine their own relationship with race. NPR's Eric Deggans spoke with him about it. See…
Life KitFAFSA 2021: Here's How To Apply For College Financial Aid
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid is now open to potential college students to fill out. Here's how to fill out the form to get money for college —…
Life KitMaking Social Change, With Help From Meditation
When the world feels upside-down, it might seem counterintuitive to turn inward to create change. But that's exactly what meditation teacher Sharon Salzberg…
Life KitTips For Better Conversations, From A Pro
Having good conversations is an art form. NPR's Sam Sanders tapped longtime radio host and podcaster Celeste Headlee for her tips for really listening and…
Life KitPrepping For Election Day: What You Need To Know To Vote Safely
NPR's Allison Aubrey spoke with Myrna Pérez of the Brennan Center for Justice about how voters can make election day go smoothly — from what they need to bring…
Life KitThe Life Kit Guide To Online Privacy
NPR's Laurel Wamsley talked with the experts about how to protect your information — from your text messages to your location — while you're on the phone and…
Life Kit7 tips for coping with uncertainty about the future
Uncertainty can be hard to live with — especially when it feels never-ending. Three people who have survived tough times and gained perspective share their…
Life KitEating Healthy Without Overspending
Minding your budget while eating the foods that nourish you takes a little planning — but it's possible. Dietitian Shana Spence shares her tips to help you…
Life KitHow To Make A Career Change, From Someone Who Has Done It
Making a career switch can be daunting — but it's doable. Audio producer Keisha "TK" Dutes breaks down how she made her own switch, and how you can too. See…
Life KitRetirement 101: How to save and why
If you're just starting out in your career, it's not too early to start saving funds in a retirement account. But you might have questions: How much should you…
Life KitVaccines 101: How They Work And Why You Need Them
Just because you (or your kids) are home all day doesn't mean you can skip your vaccines, including a flu shot. Here's how vaccines work and why they're…
Life KitHow to vote in 2024
It's time to make a plan to vote. NPR's Miles Parks joins Life Kit to guide us through all the ways you can vote this year and how to do each, from…
Life KitSimple Steps To Take Now To Make Your Pandemic Winter Easier
The sun is going down earlier and temperatures are dropping. We know we're not the only ones getting worried about winter during a pandemic. Rachel Miller of…
Life KitDo You Love It Or Just Want It? How To Stop Stress-Spending
We could all stand to stretch our cash a little further right now. Life Kit teamed up with financial expert Tiffany Aliche, also known as the Budgetnista, for…
Life KitSaying No To People-Pleasing
Constantly saying 'yes' to everything and everyone drains us of time and energy. This episode helps explain the roots of people-pleasing behaviors and how you…
Life KitLift Your Head And Lower Your Arms: A Better Work From Home Setup
Is working from home causing all sorts of aches and pains? An ergonomics expert talked us through how to avoid the most common home setup pitfalls. See…
Life KitHow To Survive at Work as a Person of Color
Changing workplace culture isn't the job of marginalized employees. But knowing how to manage your boss or document your daily work can help employees of color…
Life KitMake A Wildfire Plan Before You Smell Smoke
Wildfires are raging in California and the Pacific Northwest. Here's how to prepare for a wildfire and what to do if one is approaching. See pcm.adswizz.com…
Life KitMaking Online College Work For You
If you (or your kids) are in college, there's a good chance you're going through online classes this semester — maybe for the first time. Learning remotely can…
Life KitWhat To Know If You Can't Make Rent
If you're unable to pay rent, you're not alone. Here's what to know. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for…
Life KitA Simple Equation to Help Kids Love Math
Math anxiety is real for kids and adults. But parents can help. The solution goes beyond equations and textbooks. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our…
Life KitWorkplace Diversity: Steps for Leaders and Managers
You might've heard the phrase "workplace diversity" in recent months. If you're a leader in your workplace — especially if you're white — this episode is for…
Life KitMentorship: A Career Game-Changer
A strong mentor can change your career and help you outside of work. In this episode, we'll give you tips on finding the right mentor to help you achieve your…
Life KitStudy Strategies That Keep You From Getting Overwhelmed
No one teaches you how to study. Laptop or paper notes? Highlighter or flashcards? And does music help? Here's how to take better notes and study so that you…
Life KitHow To Win An Argument: Brainstorm Instead
It's normal to avoid conflict. This episode gives you tools for turning what could be a heated argument into a constructive brainstorming session — so both…
Life KitLife Kit Talks LDRs: All About Long-Distance Relationships
Maybe you're trying to make it work with a partner in another state. Or maybe your best friend lives across the country. Long–distance relationships are tough…
Life KitSteps You Can Take to be Anti-Racist
Even white supremacists don't like to be called racist. That's why, NPR's Eric Deggans says, "not racist" doesn't feel like quite enough. In this episode, he…
Life KitIt's Hurricane Season. Here's How To Prepare To Evacuate
The window of time people have to prepare for a hurricane is shortening. These 5 actions can protect you and your family if disaster strikes — and help you…
Life KitSimple Steps to Smarter Investing, Even During COVID-19
When COVID-19 began, the stock market fell off a cliff — leaving less experienced investors wondering, "should I sell to stop the pain!?" The answer, as it…
Life KitBraving Your Student Loan Payments
The student loan system is confusing. Sometimes it can seem designed to make borrowers fail. But if you know how to navigate it, you're more likely to save…
Life KitIt's A Good Time To Save More. Here's How
If you're not good at saving money, it's not your fault: Humans are hard-wired to focus on the present. But there's a way to beat evolution and build for your…
Life KitYour Plan To Become Debt-Free
It's easy to get into debt, but harder to get out of it — especially if you don't have a plan. This episode offers strategies to help you pay off debt. See…
Life KitYour Plan To Become Debt-Free
It's easy to get into debt, but harder to get out of it — especially if you don't have a plan. This episode offers strategies to help you pay off debt. See…
Life KitBudgeting basics to get you more money
Whether you're paying down credit cards or saving for daily necessities, the best place to start is with a budget. Some simple tools can help. See…
Life KitBudgeting Basics To Get You More Money
Whether you're paying down credit cards or saving for daily necessities during COVID-19, the best place to start is with a budget. Some simple tools can help…
Life KitHow To Make Sure Your Child Learns This School Year
Families with children are in a serious bind. Whether you're looking for options for child care or need resources to keep your kid entertained, this episode…
Life KitHow To Vote By Mail: A Guide
If you're planning on voting this fall — which you should be — you can probably mail in your ballot instead of voting in person. Here's how to do that. See…
Life KitBiking is for everyone. Here's how to start
Biking is good for the environment and can be faster than driving or public transit. Plus, regular exercise is good for your mental and physical health. Here's…
Life KitFriendships Change. Here's How To Deal
Friendships inevitably shift over time — and during COVID-19, you might be facing more changes than usual. But those shifts in relationships aren't necessarily…
Life KitNavigating The Sticky Social Situations Of COVID-19
How do you tell a stranger to be better at social distancing? What do you do when a backyard gathering suddenly has one too many unmasked guests? This episode…
Life KitWhat 'The Rocket Years' Can Teach Us
There's often a lot of pressure put on a person's 20s. Stay career focused? Or make it a time of exploration? In this episode, Elizabeth Segran talks about her…
Life KitWhy Forgiving Others Actually Heals You
Deciding to forgive is a big step. After all, you're the one who's been harmed! But it turns out that forgiving someone actually has benefits for your mental…
Life KitHow To Brew A Better Cup Of Coffee
You don't need to get super fancy with your morning coffee at home. All it takes are a few strategies to elevate your coffee game. Whether you use a drip…
Life KitRegulate Your Mood With Solitude
Everyone needs a little alone time, but with the current pandemic, you might have either too much "me" time or not enough. Let's get that balance back. This…
Life KitIf you're new to camping, here's how to get started
Attention new campers! This episode will get you ready for your first car camping trip so you'll feel comfortable and confident in being a responsible member…
Life KitHow To Work With — Not Against — Screen Time
Some parents think the best way to manage a child's screen time is to set hard limits. But those rules are particularly difficult to keep during a pandemic…