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
882 episodes transcribedNPR's Life Kit answers parents' questions about their kids' screen use. Education consultant Ana Homayoun says it's all about empowering your kids to...
Don't let the sticker price of college paralyze you. This episode gives you smart saving strategies — including how to prioritize your own retirement...
Should you hand-write your notes or use a laptop? What about flashcards? Does highlighting even do anything? Here's how to improve your study habits a...
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 a...
The typical definition of masculinity is the polar opposite of what makes strong friendships. In this episode, we talk to men about their struggles wi...
In this episode, we show how to manage friendships as your life changes — and as your friends' lives change, too. You'll get practical advice on keepi...
Friendship is hard, but the best way to tackle it is to talk about it. In this episode, you'll learn from the experts about how to make new friends an...
One in 5 Americans struggles with medical bills. Here are things you do to get medical bills reduced — or even forgiven.Learn more about sponsor messa...
It is possible to get out of debt fast, but it's a gritty marathon to get to a better place. Here's how to keep up the momentum.Learn more about spons...
If you're in debt, you're not alone. Here's how to make a plan and get yourself out.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adcho...
What is all our wandering for? In this episode, we find meaning in the journey, not just the destination, with help from a professional traveler and a...
In this episode, Life Kit shows you how to handle personality clashes and thorny social problems when you travel together.Learn more about sponsor mes...
In this special episode, Sam Sanders of NPR's "It's Been A Minute" talks with financial journalist Hannah Seligson and Aminatou Sow from the podcast "...
None of us is prepared to be caregivers — the role is thrust upon us. More than 40 million Americans are caring for an elderly parent or loved one. He...
Finding out you have a serious medical condition can leave you reeling. These strategies from medical and lay experts will help you be in control as y...
Going to a doctor who puts you at ease can actually improve your health. We have six tips for finding a primary care doctor you click with — and how y...
From distracted parenting to "sharenting," an honest look at our own use of electronic media can make us into more skillful parents and better role mo...
Emotional outbursts. Lost sleep. These are signs that your kids are spending too much time with digital devices. Here's what you can do about it.Learn...
The family that plays video games together, stays together. When parents become digital mentors, children can learn empathy, resilience, and prepare f...
Don't let college anxiety rush you into a financial mistake that could haunt you for years. This Life Kit episode lays out the do's and don'ts of payi...
