Life Kit

Life Kit
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Life Kit

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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+. You'll support the show and unlock exclusive curated playlists and sponsor-free listening. Learn more at plus.npr.org/lifekit

  1. Buy now, pay later loans are becoming more popular. Here's what to know

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    Buy now, pay later loans are becoming more popular. Here's what to know

    Klarna, Afterpay, Affirm — maybe you've noticed these platforms when shopping online. They allow you to break up large payments into smaller installments that you can pay over time, and are a popular alternative to credit cards. In this episode, we'll cover the pros and cons of these loans and how to use them responsibly. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

    18 min
  2. Meal prep made easy

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    Meal prep made easy

    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 prep techniques that can alleviate stress and save money. This episode originally published January 31, 2023. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

    15 min
  3. How caregivers can prevent burnout

    4 DAYS AGO

    How caregivers can prevent burnout

    According to AARP and the National Alliance for Caregiving, 1 in 5 Americans are acting as unpaid caregivers. The work can be meaningful but also stressful. Caregivers give advice about how to approach the job, find support and make time for self-care. This episode originally published Feb. 20, 2023. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

    19 min
  4. How to get on the same page about money with your partner

    FEB 13

    How to get on the same page about money with your partner

    How financially compatible are you with your partner? Is your partner a spender while you're a saver? Are you on the same page about saving for retirement? Financial therapist Shay Harris-Pierre explains how couples can examine their spending habits, work through money conflicts and align their financial goals. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

    21 min
  5. The benefits of a plant-based diet on your gut

    FEB 11

    The benefits of a plant-based diet on your gut

    A recent study found that one key to gut health is eating a wide variety of plants. In this episode, we talk about the research with NPR's Maria Godoy and offer tips to help you mix up your diet. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

    12 min
  6. A creative way to mend your clothing

    FEB 10

    A creative way to mend your clothing

    The next time you rip a sweater, don't throw it out. Extend its life with "visible mending," a creative sewing technique that uses stitches, fabric and embellishments to artfully show off the repair. In this episode, we explain how anyone with basic sewing skills can try this method at home. This episode was originally published in May 2023. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

    21 min
  7. How to 'shift' your emotions

    FEB 6

    How to 'shift' your emotions

    You have more power over your emotions than you think, says psychologist and neuroscientist Ethan Kross. In his new book, Shift: Managing Your Emotions — So They Don't Manage You, he says there are specific tools you can use to "skillfully push" your feelings around in a way that's useful, whether that's confronting them in the moment or avoiding them until you're ready to process them. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

    22 min
  8. How to combat parental burnout

    FEB 4

    How to combat parental burnout

    Today's parents are more involved in their children's lives — and more stressed out — than they were two decades ago, according to an advisory from the 2024 U.S. Surgeon General. So how can they catch a break? Life Kit reporter Andee Tagle explains why parental burnout is a public health crisis and offers realistic ways to ease the pressure. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

    27 min
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  • Taking care of yourself shouldn't be complicated. We talk to the experts for practical advice to live a long and healthy life, based on science. Updated every time Life Kit posts an episode on health and wellness.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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  • Being in control of your money leads to great things. From dealing with debt or student loans, to how to buy a house, NPR wants to help. Updated every time Life Kit posts an episode on personal finance or money.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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  • Chaos can happen everywhere in our lives. Whether it’s an out-of-control photo library or kitchen utensils that seem to multiply, the business of life is endless and often overwhelming. But it doesn’t have to be! This playlist will help you reclaim your inner calm with tips for mastering your life admin. Subscribe to Life Kit Plus now to get exclusive access to this and other Life Kit playlists we’ll be adding over time, and get sponsor-free listening for new Life Kit episodes, too.

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  • Raising awesome kids takes help. NPR has science and experts to get you through the toughest parenting moments. Updated every time we have Life Kit episodes on parenting.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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  • The day-to-day of life can feel like a slog at times, but that doesn’t mean you can’t find joy in aspects of the everyday. Want to slow down and play more? Experience the awe of travel without going anywhere at all? Find a new hobby to spark your creativity? These episodes curated from our archive have you covered. Subscribe to Life Kit Plus now to get exclusive access to this and other Life Kit playlists we’ll be adding over time, and get sponsor-free listening for new Life Kit episodes, too.

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  • Why can it be so hard to do the things we know are good for us? Life Kit has some actionable tips on how to overcome that resistance. From drinking less alcohol to getting better sleep, these episodes from our archives walk through how to create healthy habits and get better at taking care of ourselves. Subscribe to Life Kit Plus now to get exclusive access to this and other Life Kit playlists we’ll be adding over time, and get sponsor-free listening for new Life Kit episodes, too.

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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+. 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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  • Channel
    Life Kit
  • Creator
    NPR
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2025
  • Episodes
    943
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2019-2021 NPR - For Personal Use Only
  • Show Website
    Life Kit
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    NPR

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