Life Kit

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Life Kit

905 episodes · 20 with AI analysis

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

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Jun 8, 2026

How to have a safe, healthy summer

Swimming skills and water safetyDrowning prevention for childrenDesignated water watcher protocols
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Jun 9, 2026

Used to be an avid reader? How to get back into books

Reading habit formation and behavioral psychologyDeep reading vs. skimming in digital environmentsPaper books vs. e-readers and digital reading devices
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Jun 11, 2026

Tired of eating leftovers? Turn your odds and ends into creative meals

Food waste reduction strategiesLeftover meal planning and preparationFlexible recipe development
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Jun 15, 2026

Stop overthinking skin care. What's essential and what's hype

Skincare ingredient efficacy and evidence-based product selectionMoisturizer and sunscreen as foundational skincareAntioxidants and vitamin C serums for skin brightening
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Jun 16, 2026

How to reclaim the magic of summer, according to Gretchen Rubin

Summer planning and intentional designTheme-based goal settingBucket list creation and execution
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May 26, 2026

On the fence about parenthood? Listen to this

Parenthood decision-making frameworksRegret minimization in life choicesPartner communication about family planning
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May 28, 2026

Gold is having a moment. Is now the time to invest?

Gold investment strategies and portfolio allocationPrecious metals as safe-haven assetsExchange-traded funds (ETFs) for commodity exposure
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Jun 1, 2026

Why spending time in the woods makes you feel calm

Forest bathing (shinrin-yoku) practice and methodologyPhytoncides and tree-emitted chemicals' health effectsParasympathetic nervous system activation through nature exposure
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Jun 2, 2026

Make your small space feel bigger

Small space furniture arrangement and floating techniquesDecluttering and intentional organization systemsSpace zoning in open floor plans
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Jun 4, 2026

5 simple ways to minimize stress

Chronic stress managementMOST goal-setting frameworkTechnology and phone addiction
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May 19, 2026

The dos and don'ts of baby talk

Infant language development and brain plasticityParentese and infant-directed speech benefitsBilingual and multilingual child-rearing
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Apr 28, 2026

Explosive power: exercises to boost mobility and prevent injury

Explosive power training fundamentalsFast-twitch muscle fiber decline with agingProgressive exercise programming and periodization
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May 18, 2026

The dos and don'ts of taking over-the-counter pain medications

Acetaminophen safety and liver toxicity risksNSAID side effects and gastrointestinal complicationsDrug interactions with blood thinners and heart medications
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Apr 30, 2026

Shop less and save more with a 'no-buy challenge'

No-buy and low-buy challengesFast fashion and ultra-fast fashion business modelsConsumer psychology and shopping addiction
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May 4, 2026

Stressed? Try one of these quick resets

Stress management techniquesCognitive reframing and thought patternsPhysiological stress response and breathing
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May 5, 2026

Going beyond 'sorry for your loss' when a friend is grieving

Grief support strategiesPlatitudes to avoid when supporting grieving peoplePractical logistics for grieving households
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May 7, 2026

Unsure which retirement account to choose? We have some tips

Traditional IRA and 401(k) tax deductionsRoth IRA and Roth 401(k) tax-free growthTax-advantaged retirement account selection
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May 11, 2026

5 tips to help you poop better

Bowel movement frequency and normality mythsPelvic floor anatomy and toilet posture optimizationPsyllium husk supplementation dosing and safety
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May 12, 2026

Secrets to a successful couple's trip

Couples trip planning and itinerary designFinancial planning for shared travel expensesPre-paying travel costs to reduce stress
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May 14, 2026

Are there 'forever chemicals' in your drinking water?

PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) health risks and mechanismsDrinking water contamination and federal regulation standardsWater filtration technologies and certification standards
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