Life Kit - Welcome to Life Kit

Episode Date: December 12, 2019

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So can I really be truthful? Yeah. It's just me and you, right? Well, sure. Let's say it is. Three times a week, Life Kit is in your feed with episodes on health and personal finance, parenting, personal growth, and so much more. And each episode is packed with tips that you can put into action that very day.

You'll be guided by NPR reporters, researchers, experts, and people with hard-earned experience. We'll help you through the technical stuff, and we're going to give you the right language for those difficult moments. Like asking your boss for a raise, for example. Talking to your parents about racism, or how to be honest with your kids about death. If you're telling me now that the dog went to sleep and is not going to wake up and die, well, I go to sleep every night. Am I going to die? LifeKit always makes sure to cover the basics in case you're a beginner or just need a refresher.

We'll give you the real talk about what it takes to get your life together. Identifying your boundaries and identifying systems that will allow you to have confidence to step away and give yourself that rest that you deserve. Yes. Oh, I clapped a little for boundaries. I did. Ultimately, we're here to cheer you on. Our mission, Life Kit, wants to help you succeed. Because everyone needs a little help being human. It's true. And I know how it can seem so overwhelming.

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