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
936 episodes transcribedPatric Richardson, host of 'The Laundry Guy' on HGTV, wants you to change the way you wash your clothes. Go ahead and wash those darks in warm water —...
When we think about romance, many of us have a specific script in mind. Two people date, fall in love and get married. But that traditional path doesn...
Brush twice a day. Remember to floss. Visit the dentist twice a year. We know the drill...or maybe not? In this episode, how to take care of your teet...
Helping an aging parent with end-of-life planning? Financial journalist Cameron Huddleston explains how to broach the topic with your parents — and th...
Congratulations! You've been accepted into college. Now you've got to find your way around campus, pick out classes, make new friends, and figure out...
Rethink your relationship with fiber, the dietary superhero of food — and learn clever ways to add more of it to your diet.Learn more about sponsor me...
Giving in to your kid too much can be harmful to their development. Take the 'Test of Four' to examine your relationship with your child — then find o...
Updated versions of the mRNA vaccines roll out this week. Experts say they offer good protection against current COVID variants. Who should get them,...
Making more money tends to lead to spending more money. It's a phenomenon known as "lifestyle creep." Paco de Leon, author of Finance for the People,...
When we scarf down our food, we don't get a chance to properly digest or appreciate it. Lilian Cheung, a mindful eating lecturer at Harvard, shares te...
I'm struggling to get my husband to make a family budget with me. Whenever the topic comes up, he completely gets defensive. How do I get him to talk...
An entomologist shares surprising insights about the invasive bug, which is wreaking havoc on crops and trees across 14 U.S. states. Plus: A poster wi...
Art professionals explain how to look at paintings and sculptures like an expert — and how to make the most out of a museum visit. This episode origin...
Everyone should consider a prenuptial agreement before getting married, says family law attorney Theresa Viera. Here's how to talk about it with your...
The three-year federal pause on student loans is expiring soon. If your financial circumstances have changed, or you just need an explanation of the m...
Environmentally-friendly living isn't an all-or-nothing equation: think of it as a spectrum of greens. Wherever you fall on that spectrum, green clean...
Studies have shown that spending time in the forest, what the Japanese call shinrin-yoku, can significantly improve mood and reduce stress. Here's how...
When are white lies harmless or hurtful? Experts weigh in on when it's appropriate to tell a lie, explain how lying can lead to more lying and share t...
What's for dinner? It's a question that can lead to overspending on delivery, unhealthy meals and dread. FitMenCook founder Kevin Curry shares meal pr...
Go easy on the Q-tips. Watch your phone volume. And if you're experiencing hearing issues like muffled sounds or tinnitus, see a professional. This co...
