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
918 episodes transcribedHow should you prepare in advance for a job interview? We discuss what questions to prep for, how to choose an outfit you feel your best in, and what...
Getting ready for a trip is fun until you have to start packing. These tips for packing a carry-on will help you figure out what you need in your bag...
Being a teenager is hard. There are emotional highs and lows every day. Clinical psychologist Lisa Damour says instead of jumping into problem-solving...
There's an estimated $195 billion of medical debt in America. But just because a medical bill comes in the mail doesn't mean you have to pay that exac...
From monstera to snake plants, we'll walk you through how to care for your houseplants properly. Plus, troubleshooting tips for knowing when your plan...
How do we learn to trust what our bodies tell us and express it to others? Aerialist Adie Delaney speaks with TED Radio Hour host Manoush Zomorodi abo...
Not all friends are meant to last forever. Here are 5 things to remember if you're processing the loss of a friendship — or trying to save one that ma...
With Dr. Evalene Dacker, we lay out the science of STIs and then give you language to talk about them and, more broadly, about sex, with a potential p...
A strong credit score can make major purchases and financial transactions much easier. Here's how to make yours better and keep it high. (This episode...
Restrictive expectations of masculinity can be perpetuated by anyone and impact how we view ourselves and others. We spoke with experts for tips on ho...
These conversation starters get at the heart of your values, including how you deal with conflict, your attitude toward gender roles and your relation...
Stuck between two conflicting desires and can't seem to move forward? Psychotherapist Satya Doyle Byock shares an exercise called "My Two Conflicting...
Poet Ross Gay knows a thing or two about finding joy in life's most difficult moments. He talks with It's Been a Minute host Brittany Luse about his n...
In this episode, we talk about who can be a mentor, how to structure the relationship, and how to have tricky conversations with your mentees. Also,...
Are you drinking too much coffee? A gastroenterologist and a caffeine researcher share surprising insights about the psychoactive drug.Learn more abou...
We asked two experts how they would give the period talk. Here are six pieces of advice — including the science of periods, management techniques, and...
An employee struggles to cope with her boss's constant oversharing and negativity. Journalist and host of the podcast Work Appropriate Anne Helen Pete...
Longing to quit your job and follow your passion? Or perhaps take a break to travel? Or move to a new place? First, you'll need to look at your financ...
We asked experts to answer five questions about how to properly care for your teeth. Here's what they said about finding a dentist, whitening your tee...
For something that's legally required, taxes can be confusing. This guide covers the latest credits and deductions — and helps you plan ahead for next...
