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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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When is it OK to lie?

When is it OK to lie?

When are white lies harmless or hurtful? Experts weigh in on when it's appropriate to tell a lie, explain how lying can lead to more lying and share tips for cutting back if you want to break the habit.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

19:1722/08/2023

Meal prep made easy

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/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

15:1221/08/2023

Protect your hearing and ears

Protect your hearing and ears

Go easy on the Q-tips. Watch your phone volume. And if you're experiencing hearing issues like muffled sounds or tinnitus, see a professional. This comic offers advice on how to care for your ears.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

23:4917/08/2023

The 5-minute playtime ritual that can help your kids listen

The 5-minute playtime ritual that can help your kids listen

Children's health professionals widely recommend a strategy known as 'special time' to help reduce behavioral issues in young children. This episode explains how to do it and why this simple and free tool is so powerful.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

13:4914/08/2023

Start learning your family's language

Start learning your family's language

Heritage language learners are different from people learning a second language for the first time. They often grow up hearing it, but that can come with its own set of challenges. Experts offer their advice on how to learn your heritage language. This episode originally published May 31, 2022.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

23:3610/08/2023

Millennial? Gen Z? It may be time for colorectal cancer screening

Millennial? Gen Z? It may be time for colorectal cancer screening

Colorectal cancer cases are on the rise among people under 50. In this episode, we explain the risk, symptoms to look out for and how to get screened.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

14:0208/08/2023

Looking for a job? Advice to help you land the gig

Looking for a job? Advice to help you land the gig

How helpful are personal connections? When should you send a thank you email? Cynthia Pong, founder and CEO of the career coaching firm Embrace Change, answers questions about how to find a job.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

16:5907/08/2023

Dear LK: How should I talk to my kids about their incarcerated uncle?

Dear LK: How should I talk to my kids about their incarcerated uncle?

My brother-in-law was convicted of murder and is serving a life sentence. We haven't shared any of these details with our kids, ages 7 and 9. When should we tell our children where he is and what he did?Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

12:2403/08/2023

Let's have some cheap fun

Let's have some cheap fun

You don't need to spend a lot of money to have fun. Have you ever done a chocolate bar taste test? Hosted a themed hangout? Ideas to keep yourself entertained (and on a budget).Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

12:5101/08/2023

Minimize your back pain while cooking

Minimize your back pain while cooking

Many of us will experience back pain at some point in our lives. It might not disappear entirely, but you can find ways to comfortably perform everyday tasks like cooking. This episode offers strategies for minimizing your pain when making a meal – like chopping and loading an oven with minimal discomfort.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

16:4231/07/2023

Start your own business

Start your own business

It's time to get your MBA — the easy way. We're sharing an episode from Planet Money's Summer School. In this lesson: Everyone has a million dollar business idea (e.g., "Shazam but for movies"), but not everyone has what it takes to be an entrepreneur. You'll hear two case studies with founders who learned the hard way what goes into starting a small business and a biz school professor who chimes in to explain the fundamentals.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

32:0629/07/2023

Bring more play into your life

Bring more play into your life

Play isn't just fun. Researchers argue it can help you adapt to difficult circumstances, collaborate better and problem-solve. We'll help you figure out your play personality and how to prioritize play in your life.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

19:5327/07/2023

Losing a pet is hard. Here's how to cope

Losing a pet is hard. Here's how to cope

Losing a pet can be devastating. Here's how to process the loss of your special friend and open yourself up to the love and lessons they left behind.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

21:5325/07/2023

How to make a salad you want to eat

How to make a salad you want to eat

Salads are so often hit or miss. Here's how to make a salad that's nutritious, easy to make and a joy to eat.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

19:2224/07/2023

Find books you'll love

Find books you'll love

Traci Thomas, host of the hit reading podcast The Stacks, explains how she finds books she can read from start to finish. Some of her ideas may surprise you!Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

16:5820/07/2023

How to be an amazing auntie or uncle

How to be an amazing auntie or uncle

Parents aren't the only people who help raise kids or invest in their wellbeing. Uncles, aunties and family friends make great role models too.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

22:2418/07/2023

How to buy a car with confidence

How to buy a car with confidence

Buying a car can be intimidating. This episode will help you strategize to avoid all the potential pitfalls, so you can drive away with a good deal. This episode originally published February 18, 2020.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

24:2417/07/2023

How to tell your own story

How to tell your own story

Everyone has a story to tell. Writing a memoir is more than just documenting your life — it can help you process what you've gone through, capture a moment in history for descendants and help others make sense of their own lives. Here's how to get started.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

25:0913/07/2023

How to choose a bank

How to choose a bank

It's easy to feel stuck with a bank account you've had forever, even if it's inconvenient or racking up fees. But there are lots of other options out there.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

16:4111/07/2023

What to do when you're constipated

What to do when you're constipated

We've got a step-by-step guide for that SOS moment when you haven't pooped in days and days.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

16:1310/07/2023

Dear LK: My group chat is toxic

Dear LK: My group chat is toxic

In college, I became close with a diverse friend group. Years later, we still stay in touch via text. Some people rely on our group to manage their anxiety. The norm in the group is to reassure whoever is most upset, even when that person is wrong.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

11:0506/07/2023

Coping with a fear of flying

Coping with a fear of flying

Whether you're a nervous flyer, you'll do almost anything to avoid flying or you have an actual flying phobia, these tips from psychotherapist Luana Marques can help you overcome a fear of flying.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

21:3004/07/2023

How to prepare for the return of student loan payments

How to prepare for the return of student loan payments

The Supreme Court has decided to strike down the Biden administration's plan to discharge some or all federal student loan debt. The decision impacts tens of millions of Americans – so what can student loan borrowers do to prepare now that the plan is over? NPR's education correspondent Cory Turner gives context and advice for borrowers.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

14:1403/07/2023

It's never too late to become a strong swimmer

It's never too late to become a strong swimmer

Knowing how to swim can help you have fun at the pool or beach this summer. But it could also save your life. Here are some tips to start swimming at any age.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

20:0629/06/2023

How to stop overthinking romantic relationships

How to stop overthinking romantic relationships

Romance makes us feel vulnerable, and dating can feel high stakes. We talk about how to keep things in perspective and take care of your mental health in relationships.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

24:1127/06/2023

Get grilling this summer

Get grilling this summer

Intimidated by grilling? Cooking over an open flame can do that! In this episode, learn which type of grill to choose, how to maintain a fire, how to create different temperature zones, and other basics and safety tips. This episode originally published May 24, 2022.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

21:3226/06/2023

How to start running in the body you have

How to start running in the body you have

Martinus Evans, author of "Slow AF Run Club," explains what running is and what it isn't. And for people interested in starting a routine, he shares tips on pace, gear and form.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

24:2722/06/2023

Ultra-processed foods are everywhere. Here's how to avoid them

Ultra-processed foods are everywhere. Here's how to avoid them

Ultra-processed foods are tasty, cheap and everywhere. But they come with health risks. NPR health correspondent Maria Godoy lays out ways to spot and avoid ultra-processed foods during your next grocery run.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

13:4320/06/2023

Get more rest

Get more rest

It's time to make room for more naps. Tricia Hersey, also known as the 'nap bishop' and author of the book "Rest Is Resistance: A Manifesto," explains why relaxation and leisure are human rights — especially for communities of color. This episode originally published October 13, 2022.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

24:4419/06/2023

The do's and don'ts of being a plus-one

The do's and don'ts of being a plus-one

It's wedding season. If you've been invited as a plus-one, here's the etiquette you need to be the best guest.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

21:1515/06/2023

How to spot AI-generated and other fake content

How to spot AI-generated and other fake content

It's easy to be fooled by AI-generated images and other content. We talk about how to identify them, how media literacy can help, plus how to use these tools responsibly.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

20:5613/06/2023

Renting? Learn to be your own best housing advocate

Renting? Learn to be your own best housing advocate

Does your landlord have to fix that leak? Should you be worried about that clause in your lease? If you live in one of the nearly 44.1 million renter households in the U.S., here's how to spot rental red flags, learn how to speak the language of landlords and how to decode a lease.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

24:3412/06/2023

How to protect yourself from poor air quality

How to protect yourself from poor air quality

Canadian wildfires are causing poor air quality in parts of the U.S. The health effects of smoke and poor air quality are dangerous. Here's how to stay safe when the air quality is unhealthy.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

12:1808/06/2023

Get more out of your dreams

Get more out of your dreams

Dreams have inspired works of art, led to breakthroughs in organic chemistry and helped people process their deepest fears and emotions. They're not just weird little movies our brains put on while we sleep. In this episode, we explain why we dream — and how to get more out of them.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

19:0206/06/2023

Why you should play video games with your kid

Why you should play video games with your kid

Video games get a bad reputation that's often unwarranted. But kids do need guidance in using them wisely. Here's how to help them, starting with spending some time with the games your kids can't put down.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

16:3205/06/2023

Dear LK: I'm happily married but hate our sex life. Should I ask for a divorce?

Dear LK: I'm happily married but hate our sex life. Should I ask for a divorce?

I've been in a loving relationship with my husband for years. We're incredibly compatible except for our sex life. The sex started off great, became less interesting over the years, and now it's non-existent. I'm considering divorce even though the rest of our relationship is fine. Initiating a divorce feels cruel, but I also feel like I'm settling and watching time slip away.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

11:2601/06/2023

To save money on groceries, try these tips before going to the store

To save money on groceries, try these tips before going to the store

Groceries aren't cheap, but there are ways beyond just looking for sales to make budget meals. To help cut down your grocery bill, we have practical tips for saving money on the food you cook at home.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

17:2630/05/2023

Pick the right sunscreen for you

Pick the right sunscreen for you

No matter your skin tone, sunscreen keeps your skin safe from harmful UVA and UVB rays. But to use it right, you need to know a few things: What SPF to use, how often to reapply and the difference between chemical and physical sunscreen. We explain what to look for on the back of a sunscreen bottle and how to use it effectively.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

19:5029/05/2023

Extend the life of your clothes with visible mending

Extend the life of your clothes with visible mending

There's no need to give up on a sweater with a hole in the elbow or a shirt with a tear in the collar. Visible mending is beginner friendly, highly creative and helps extend the life of your clothes.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

21:0725/05/2023

What to do when you're feeling anxious

What to do when you're feeling anxious

Anxiety can feel awful and overwhelming. But it can also be a helpful warning signal — telling us when we're in danger or out of alignment with our true feelings. We share tips on how to turn down the dial on your anxiety symptoms, so you can listen to what they're trying to tell you.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

19:3623/05/2023

How to have healthy dating expectations

How to have healthy dating expectations

Dating in search of "the one"? Relationship therapist Jeff Guenther, known as Therapy Jeff on TikTok, says that might not be practical. If your goal is a successful, long-term partnership, having realistic expectations and a clear understanding of your values is vital. We'll help you break up with your fantasy partner, do some relationship math and learn what it takes to build a successful partnership based in reality.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

17:5522/05/2023

Making friends anywhere you move

Making friends anywhere you move

Whether you're moving into a summer sublet or your forever home, friendships are important to feeling settled in a new place. So how do we do that? A friendship coach walks us through how we can be more vulnerable and resourceful in adult friendships.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

18:3718/05/2023

Create a better to-do list

Create a better to-do list

Is your to-do list helping you reach your goals? Or is it holding you back? Productivity experts explain how to level up your list so it prioritizes what matters to you. This episode originally published Jan. 5, 2023.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

13:3916/05/2023

Thrifting 101: Your guide to finding quality pieces

Thrifting 101: Your guide to finding quality pieces

Shopping secondhand is a good way to be more sustainable, explore your personal style or score a deal. We have tips from some diehard thrifters so you can find those hidden gems.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

22:2815/05/2023

Pregnant? Here's how to deal with the new you

Pregnant? Here's how to deal with the new you

Pregnancy is hard work – for the body, mind and soul. There are seemingly endless resources for all the physical and logistical aspects of pregnancy but far fewer for renegotiating your sense of self. Life Kit spoke with author and journalist Chelsea Conaboy about how pregnancy impacts the brain and how to embrace the changes that parenthood brings.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

23:4011/05/2023

Improve the indoor air quality in your home

Improve the indoor air quality in your home

Want fresher, cleaner air at home? Researchers share practical tips on how to limit indoor air pollution.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

15:4809/05/2023

5 ways to explore your gender identity

5 ways to explore your gender identity

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.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

18:2408/05/2023

Dear LK: My parents pay my tuition. Do I have to show them my grades?

Dear LK: My parents pay my tuition. Do I have to show them my grades?

If your parents pay for your college, do they have a right to demand to see your grades? Berna Anat, the author of Money Out Loud, shares advice on defining financial expectations and boundaries.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

13:0204/05/2023

A better way to talk to your doctor

A better way to talk to your doctor

Ever leave the doctor's office confused or with unanswered questions? Talking to doctors and other medical professionals can be hard — whether they're good at their jobs or not. We'll give you the tools to get more out of your appointments. We'll talk about how to choose a provider, prepare for your visit, ask the right questions, and get your provider's attention if they're not hearing you. To support our work at NPR and listen to the show sponsor-free, sign up for Life Kit+ at plus.npr.org/lifekit. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

18:1502/05/2023

Want to create a stronger bond with your kids? First relinquish control

Want to create a stronger bond with your kids? First relinquish control

It may sound counterintuitive, but if you want to take charge as a parent, stop trying to control your child, says psychologist and author Shefali Tsabary. Her new book, "The Parenting Map," lays out a step-by-step guide for creating conscious parent-child relationships.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

19:4901/05/2023