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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

  • 19 minutes 26 seconds
    Take your salads from drab to fab
    We could all be eating more vegetables. One fast way to do that: toss them in a salad. To make a crave-worthy salad you'll actually want to eat, don't be afraid to experiment with flavors (like kimchi or sauerkraut), add texture (think candied nuts or thinly sliced red cabbage) — and treat yourself to a freshly made homemade dressing. This episode originally published July 24, 2023.

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    25 July 2024, 7:00 am
  • 17 minutes 58 seconds
    Unhappy at work? How to plan your next move
    To find a job you actually enjoy, figure out what's making you unhappy and move forward from there, says Tessa West, author of the new book Job Therapy: Finding Work That Works for You. West offers practical exercises to help assess your strongest skill sets, your stressors and what you need next from your career.

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    23 July 2024, 7:00 am
  • 19 minutes 28 seconds
    Scams can happen to anyone — here's how to protect yourself
    New, sophisticated scams are popping up all the time. Experts explain how to safeguard your data and money from being exploited or stolen by fraudsters. This episode originally published on November 11, 2023.

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    22 July 2024, 7:00 am
  • 24 minutes 6 seconds
    How to babyproof your relationship
    With a baby on the way, you'll need to babyproof your home — and your relationship. In this episode, how to strengthen your connection with your partner and survive the newborn phase. Learn how to navigate fairness in domestic responsibilities, keep a cool head on little sleep, and your new roles.

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    18 July 2024, 7:00 am
  • 21 minutes 6 seconds
    How to revamp your rental
    Just because you're renting your home doesn't mean you can't make it your own. Three home décor experts share their tips to make your rental homey for the long term.

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    16 July 2024, 7:00 am
  • 20 minutes 4 seconds
    5 strategies to help you cope with a nagging feeling of dread
    The list of things we dread is almost endless: the Sunday scaries, deadlines, climate change — the list goes on. How can we feel better? Saleem Reshamwala, host of the podcast More Than a Feeling, shares practices for managing that nagging feeling of impending doom. The episode originally published November 28, 2022.

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    15 July 2024, 7:00 am
  • 25 minutes 28 seconds
    How to talk to a parent about their past
    You might not know a lot about your parent's life before they had you: their childhood dreams, their first love, their heartbreaks. If you're a child of immigrants, there might be even less you know due to language barriers or traumatic experiences. But all of these things are passed down through generations. This episode, journalist and writer Aarti Shahani interviews Min Jin Lee, author of Pachinko, and three other writers about how to unpack your parent's past with them — and how doing so can both bring you closer and help you better understand yourself.

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    11 July 2024, 7:00 am
  • 25 minutes 14 seconds
    Hiking tips for beginners
    You don't need much to go for a hike. You can enjoy nature whether you're at a national park or on a neighborhood stroll. But before you head out, you'll want to consider your route, a couple of safety precautions and your gear.

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    9 July 2024, 7:00 am
  • 17 minutes 59 seconds
    Why you should connect with your kid, not correct them
    Psychologist Becky Kennedy, author of the book "Good Inside: A Guide to Becoming the Parent You Want to Be," urges parents to spend more time raising thoughtful humans instead of fixing their behavior. This episode originally published September 26, 2022.

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    8 July 2024, 7:00 am
  • 13 minutes 27 seconds
    Avoid these 6 sunscreen mistakes
    Making sure you're protected from the summer sun starts with a good sunscreen. But how do you know which sunscreen is best, how much to use or when to reapply? In this episode from Short Wave, NPR health correspondent Allison Aubrey shares the six common mistakes people make with sunscreen — and how to level up your sunscreen game.

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    4 July 2024, 7:00 am
  • 13 minutes
    Check, please! The etiquette of splitting the tab
    Dining out with a large group and not sure how to handle the check? In this episode, chef and food writer Kiki Aranita walks us through common dining scenarios to ensure the bill is handled fairly and smoothly.

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    2 July 2024, 7:00 am
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