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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. Support public media by joining NPR+ at plus.npr.org. You’ll get perks for over 25 NPR podcasts, including…
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75%Tiny pep talks for everyday problems
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72%Don't stop exercising just because you're pregnant
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72%Find your side quest
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78%Free yourself from 'information overload'
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74%How to have better conversations
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74%Savings strategies that actually work
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80%What to do when you're too upset to think straight
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60%A decision coach's approach to making hard decisions
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83%Before you fibermaxx, know these tips
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80%When your best friend tells you to stop texting her
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66%Summer fun that doesn't break the budget
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64%A financial planner's advice for spending without guilt
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75%Want to get pregnant? There’s more to it than you think
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77%You can have a good divorce
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65%Scarfing down your food? How to be intentional about meals
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67%Elevate group conversations with a 'magical question'
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65%How to save at restaurants if you're burnt out on cooking
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75%How to clean when it's the last thing you want to do
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68%How to dump an energy vampire
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76%The ingredients for a 'nice life'
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74%Should I take a probiotic? And other gut questions, answered
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70%Practical advice for modern dads
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79%How to reclaim the magic of summer, according to Gretchen Rubin
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71%Stop overthinking skin care. What's essential and what's hype
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68%Tired of eating leftovers? Turn your odds and ends into creative meals
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70%Used to be an avid reader? How to get back into books
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71%How to have a safe, healthy summer
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76%5 simple ways to minimize stress
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75%Make your small space feel bigger
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77%Why spending time in the woods makes you feel calm
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66%Gold is having a moment. Is now the time to invest?
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64%On the fence about parenthood? Listen to this
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70%How to bring more play into your life
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74%Why you should kill your lawn
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69%The dos and don'ts of baby talk
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82%The dos and don'ts of taking over-the-counter pain medications
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75%Are there 'forever chemicals' in your drinking water?
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74%Secrets to a successful couple's trip
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69%5 tips to help you poop better
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74%Unsure which retirement account to choose? We have some tips
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69%Going beyond 'sorry for your loss' when a friend is grieving
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72%Stressed? Try one of these quick resets
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79%Shop less and save more with a 'no-buy challenge'
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70%Explosive power: exercises to boost mobility and prevent injury
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70%You don't have to use dating apps. But if you do - some tips!
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77%Do you have a financial self-care routine?
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66%Feeling drained? Here's how to lighten your mental load
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62%Make the most of a high-deductible health plan
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67%Don't rely only on anti-histamines this allergy season
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70%The power of an accountability buddy to help get things done
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73%How to be a working parent? Lower your standards
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68%Give your to-do list a makeover
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68%What it takes to get a book published
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70%Protein is personal. Here's how to calculate your optimal intake
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64%Using AI chatbots can impact your teen's mental health. Here's what to do
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68%How to get 'financially naked' with your partner
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69%Looking for analog hobbies? Try writing a letter
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68%Drowning in toys? Here’s how to handle kid clutter
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72%"Just A guy, not THE guy," and other advice Marielle loves
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65%The key to happiness? Know thyself, says Gretchen Rubin
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71%Don't get taken for a ride by your car insurer
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73%Good vibes only? The science behind optimism and manifestation
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74%How to recover after a workout
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65%How to avoid this year's common tax scams
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64%How to get better at staying off your phone
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69%DIY home hacks that your landlord probably won't hate
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73%The key to keeping old friends? Stop keeping score
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61%Dr. Sanjay Gupta wants you to reframe your understanding of pain
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67%Common mistakes parents make when installing a car seat
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68%4 myths about women's health
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66%Want to protect your money? Diversify your investments
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68%How to plan your dream vacation
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70%Tired of being tired? Natural ways to get the energy you crave
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64%How to 'shift' your emotions
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65%4 negotiation tactics to try in everyday life
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64%Don't mess with your cuticles (and other nail advice)
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69%Health insurance hell: Why do I need a prior authorization?
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72%Why "we should hang out" won't make you real friends
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73%Dear Life Kit: My boyfriend’s female friendships stress me out
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64%Money tips no one taught you
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73%7 kinds of rest (other than sleep)
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80%Shoveling snow can be dangerous. Here's how to protect yourself
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72%Clever kitchen hacks from ‘Bake Off’ judge Prue Leith
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77%How to save a life with CPR
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79%How to interpret the new dietary guidelines
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63%A snowstorm is on the way. Here’s what to do.
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71%The 5-minute daily playtime ritual that can get your kids to listen better
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72%Too many goals and too little time? How to focus your attention
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61%How to make your solo trip a success
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72%A proven method to make a habit stick
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61%Tips to save money across all parts of your life
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64%Stressed about sleep? Don't make these mistakes
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78%How to build a village
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62%The science of losing weight
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68%How to set resolutions you'll actually keep
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76%Get into strength training in 2026
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79%Avoid these common financial mistakes
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61%Want to take a break from alcohol? Here's where to start
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70%How to be a better gift giver
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78%How to talk about death and dying
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72%How to get a great haircut
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67%Dear Life Kit: I have the same holiday drama with my family every year
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72%How to cope if you can't find a job
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66%Watch out for these holiday scams
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74%How to maintain emotional intimacy in long-term relationships
Life Kit · 22m
69%What to know about prostate cancer
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81%How to optimize your circadian rhythm
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62%Curious about investing? Here's what to know
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76%The key to a less frantic holiday season
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72%It's OK to run slow AF
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69%Don't fall for these marketing tactics this holiday season
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71%How to actually look forward to winter
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72%What to do if you're losing your hair
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72%How to work with your social anxiety
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71%5 fitness and mental health tips for men
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69%Dear Life Kit: I’m sick of all this unwanted attention
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69%Having good posture doesn't just mean sitting up straight
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71%How to afford food when money is tight
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73%How to repair after a fight with your partner
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66%Smart home decoration tips from designer Vern Yip
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74%How to get lower prices on prescription drugs
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68%How introverts and extroverts can be better friends
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65%Want to avoid flight delays this holiday season? Follow these tips now
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66%Do collagen supplements really work?
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73%How parents can be screen time role models
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64%Frustrated by a relationship? Questions to ask yourself to move forward
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79%How to take a refreshing nap (without ending up more tired)
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72%Roy Choi's tips for healthy and flavorful meals
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74%Coming up with a business idea that takes off
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68%How the local library can save you money
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71%Dear Life Kit: I'm at my breaking point
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71%How to support a loved one through cancer treatment
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63%In credit card debt? There’s a path out
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74%How to talk toddler
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67%Can you afford to make a big life change?
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72%It's soup season! Get cooking with these tips from Sohla El-Waylly
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68%A smarter way to pick the right college
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73%Why anxiety is a superpower
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75%How to maintain a healthy interracial relationship
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77%What to do when your health insurance denies coverage
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70%Overcoming romantic obsession
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66%Debunking sleep myths
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64%Samin Nosrat's recipe for gathering with friends
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78%Budgeting for college students
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80%Lost your keys? A better way to find them
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70%A head-to-toe check-in for the fall
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64%Teens are using AI. Here’s how parents can talk about it
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72%Boost your mood in 15 minutes
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72%Dear Life Kit: When money makes relationships murky
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69%Road safety for pedestrians and cyclists
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71%How to deal with intrusive thoughts
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78%Ouch, I've got a crick! Neck pain 101
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69%A better way to support your teens as they go back to school
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66%Quitting isn't always bad. How to know when it's time to walk away
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80%What eating disorders do to the brain and body
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75%Tiny pep talks for everyday problems
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68%How to talk to your parents about their money
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71%Is your phone becoming a time suck? Try a boring phone
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74%Be a houseguest who gets invited back
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78%How to avoid counterfeit and unsafe products online
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72%Are seed oils really bad for you? Researchers unpack RFK Jr.'s claims
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69%Hidden ways technology can influence your parenting decisions
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73%How journaling can help you through hard times
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77%How to embrace the mess and teach your kids to cook
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73%Dear Life Kit: I'm jealous of my partner's weight loss
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76%Don't make these financial mistakes
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69%Should I buy it? A framework to help you decide
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65%Why it's so hard to accept compliments
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69%Grow your dating confidence and ask someone out IRL
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62%How to crave movement more than screen time
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68%How to avoid mosquito bites
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73%How to bring more play into your life
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68%Why communal living might change your life
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75%Make your savings work harder
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75%What a break from sex can teach you
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70%Want to build muscle? Eat more plants
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64%Stay safe this heat wave
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80%How to keep cool while saving energy
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69%It's tick season. Here's how to protect yourself.
Life Kit · 21m
72%Flight cancelled again? Try these tips.
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63%Your pelvic floor is essential. Here's how to take better care of it
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76%Protect your home this hurricane season
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76%Budget friendly things to do this summer
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65%Easy practices for online privacy
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67%Our favorite tips on exercise, sleep, and play
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72%So you got laid off. What next?
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70%How to make decisions you won't regret
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62%Avoid debt with these credit card tips
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70%How to pack for your summer travel
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67%5 essential water skills to know this summer
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70%Dear Life Kit: I'm having neighbor drama
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74%How to lead a more creative life
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68%How to keep old friends
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73%How to stay calm in emergency situations
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64%The connecting power of 'magical questions'
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74%How to save big on groceries
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74%How to bring the house down at karaoke
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74%How to maintain your friendships after kids
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80%Often ignored spring cleaning tips
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66%Here's why your feet hurt — and what you can do about it
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76%What to eat for better sleep
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72%How to handle your money during tariff uncertainty
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71%Improve your sense of direction
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70%Why spending time in the woods makes you feel calm
Life Kit · 16m
63%The etiquette of texting
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65%Can I afford to buy a house?
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69%The art and pleasure of writing a letter
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71%5 simple ways to minimize stress
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75%DLK: In our relationship, her dog comes first. Now I'm having doubts about us
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74%How to relieve constipation
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62%How to pack a go bag for emergencies
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74%How to find a supportive queer community
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70%A beginner's guide to bartering
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68%Over-the-counter pain medications 101
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62%How to raise kids in a multilingual home
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73%Start your financial self-care routine
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74%Car safety 101: Crashes, road rage, weather and more
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76%How to maintain an exercise routine as you age
Life Kit · 16m
61%Don't panic when the markets are down
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76%What's in your lotion? A guide to personal care product safety
Life Kit · 24m
75%Too many goals and too little time? How to focus your attention
Life Kit · 18m
77%OMG how embarrassing! How to stop feeling so awkward
Life Kit · 22m
75%It's time to make your dream vacation a reality
Life Kit · 21m
74%The key to happiness? Know thyself, says Gretchen Rubin
Life Kit · 20m
70%Freshen up your resume
Life Kit · 19m
80%Dear Life Kit: Can I tell my friend she texts me too much?
Life Kit · 20m
71%How to create your own spiritual practices
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82%Your 2025 tax questions, answered
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69%Techniques to help you figure out how to make a big life change
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67%Buy now, pay later loans are becoming more popular. Here's what to know
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69%Meal prep made easy
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69%How caregivers can prevent burnout
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76%How to get on the same page about money with your partner
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76%The benefits of a plant-based diet on your gut
Life Kit · 11m
76%A creative way to mend your clothing
Life Kit · 21m
74%How to 'shift' your emotions
Life Kit · 21m
77%How to combat parental burnout
Life Kit · 27m
68%The science behind the FDA ban on food dye Red No. 3
Life Kit · 10m
69%How to recover after a workout
Life Kit · 23m
74%Dear Life Kit: He kissed me then took it back
Life Kit · 19m
68%Simple ways to protect yourself from scams
Life Kit · 18m
66%How to travel on a budget
Life Kit · 21m
74%How to improve your posture
Life Kit · 18m
68%How to be a 'supercommunicator'
Life Kit · 21m
65%Negotiation tactics for everyday life
Life Kit · 20m
78%The cost of being there: budget for your friend's celebrations
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73%What you need to know about cardio
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66%How to cook when you're not into cooking
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82%How a buddy system can help you reach your goals
Life Kit · 18m
76%Stressed? Try one of these quick resets
Life Kit · 22m
76%How to move more this year
Life Kit · 14m
75%Financial habits to leave behind in 2025
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77%Take a moment to reflect before the new year
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66%How to cut down on drinking
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82%Clear out your clutter
Life Kit · 19m
68%How to stop overanalyzing romantic relationships
Life Kit · 24m
78%Should I buy that thing? A framework to help you decide
Life Kit · 17m
76%How to optimize your circadian rhythm
Life Kit · 15m
69%7 tiny hacks that can improve your to-do list
Life Kit · 13m
72%Why you should take a 'fart walk' after a meal
Life Kit · 12m
63%Dear Life Kit: My family stresses me out around the holidays
Life Kit · 20m
60%How to thrive, not just survive in winter
Life Kit · 23m
69%How to support a grieving friend
Life Kit · 21m
73%5 ways to cut back your spending
Life Kit · 16m
73%Give great gifts
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63%It's ok to run slow AF
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76%What people get wrong about hangovers
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73%Going home for the holidays? Here's how to cope with travel stress
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68%Got two left feet? A guide to dance
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79%A beginner's guide to roasting a Thanksgiving turkey
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76%Clever kitchen hacks from 'Bake Off' judge Prue Leith
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73%A stress-free guide to organizing important paperwork
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65%How long do leftovers last? And other food safety questions, answered
Life Kit · 23m
75%How to pick the right health insurance plan
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75%Busting myths about hydration
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71%How to recover from a bad night of sleep
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73%How to slow down when you eat
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75%How to find lost objects: Techniques that really work
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83%Dear Life Kit: I need a gut check for a sticky situation
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65%A guide to breast cancer screening
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65%Should you let your kid quit something?
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66%How to avoid counterfeit and unsafe products online
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61%How to cut ultra-processed foods from your diet
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73%How "parts" therapy can help you heal
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77%How to talk to your aging parents about their finances
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67%What to do when your house floods
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73%How to deal with climate anxiety
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78%How to refinance your mortgage
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74%Personal style when your body changes
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76%Stress-busting skills to try in everyday life
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68%I ditched plastic for a week. Here's what I learned
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66%How to talk to your loved ones about misinformation
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69%Your kid is having a tantrum in public. Now what?
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80%How to start saving for retirement
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75%How to vote in 2024
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76%The dirt on bathing
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72%Up your lunchbox game
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67%How to show platonic love
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64%Dear Life Kit: I'm at my breaking point
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80%Can magnesium help you sleep?
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