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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+. Your subscription supports the show and unlocks an exclusive sponsor-free feed. Learn more at plus.npr.org/lifekit

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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+. Your subscription supports the show and unlocks an exclusive sponsor-free feed. Learn more at plus.npr.org/lifekit

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    Why we become bored with our lives (and how to find joy again)

    Why we become bored with our lives (and how to find joy again)

    It's easy to stop noticing what we love about our lives. Even the most passionate relationships, stimulating jobs and exciting cities can lose their sparkle. Cognitive neuroscientist Tali Sharot, author of the new book Look Again, explains how to fall back in love with life's small joys. For more episodes from Life Kit, sign up for our weekly newsletter.

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    • 25 min
    Dear Life Kit: I can't stop thinking about my crush

    Dear Life Kit: I can't stop thinking about my crush

    Sex and relationship expert Shan Boodram weighs in on listener questions about crushes: unrequited love, romance with an expiration date, and reaching out to someone from your past.

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    Coping with the loss of a sibling

    Coping with the loss of a sibling

    Losing a sibling is a unique and often overlooked kind of grief. Many grieving siblings aren't given the same level of support as their parents or caregivers after a loss. But a sibling's grief can be just as powerful and potent. NPR health correspondent Rhitu Chatterjee shares advice on how best to cope with grief — and honor a sibling's memory.

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    • 17 min
    How to explore your gender identity as an adult

    How to explore your gender identity as an adult

    If you're an adult starting to explore your gender identity, it can be tough knowing where to begin. Here's some advice from trans people to help you on this intimate and powerful journey.

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    These water safety tips can save lives

    These water safety tips can save lives

    Drowning is the No. 1 cause of death for children ages 1-4 in the United States. To prevent drownings, make sure there's always a designated adult watching the water whenever kids are swimming. We'll cover other water safety tips to protect young swimmers safe this summer.

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    • 18 min
    Where did I put the keys? Tips to improve memory

    Where did I put the keys? Tips to improve memory

    Do you ever feel like your memory lets you down when you need it most? If you forget your keys every time you leave the house, struggle to remember new names or just need a boost before a big test, you might be in need of some memory training. Trivia and memory experts share their best tips for recalling more and warding off everyday forgetfulness.

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Customer Reviews

4.1 out of 5
31 Ratings

31 Ratings

Michypops ,

Birding

Thank you so much for the birding episode! I enjoyed it so much. I love how you explained easy ways for people to get started and ideas to make it accessible and fun for everyone. Also loved hearing women discuss this-so often that is not the case.
Thank you from an Australian bird-nerd. :)

Rateburger ,

A delight!

This podcast is full of such helpful information on topics I need help with but hadn’t got around to reading about. Thank you!

Rebecca Blade ,

So fantastically useful!

I really appreciate all the work that went into making this podcast so useful and informative. I'm an 18 year old living in Australia, and despite the fact that much of this is not really relevant to me and is literally based on a different continent, I'm still learning so much. Love the format, love the presentation, and the touch of humour that goes along with it.

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