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• Tiny pep talks for everyday problems

  We use encouragement and support to get through life's big moments. But what about a little pep talk for those smaller moments, like when it's raining and your dog needs to go out? Or some inspiration to help you parallel park or send...

  6 aug 2026 790 sec.

• Don't stop exercising just because you're pregnant

  Many people pause physical activity during pregnancy -- but research shows that exercising while pregnant is good for your health and your baby's health. If you're unsure which kinds of exercise are on the table, fear not. Life Kit...

  4 aug 2026 1779 sec.

• Find your side quest

  In gaming, a side quest is a mission outside the main narrative or goal that players can take for fun. In life, it functions similarly. It's a hobby or activity that doesn't have any purpose other than bringing more whimsy, sparkle and...

  3 aug 2026 1587 sec.

• Free yourself from 'information overload'

  Do you check your phone to set a reminder, then get sidetracked by every targeted social media ad? Or plan to spend your day in focus mode only to be derailed by your TV? We encounter dozens of screens everyday, each of them with an...

  30 jul 2026 1426 sec.

• How to have better conversations

  Called 'supercommunicators,' these people have the exceptional ability of creating authentic connections with others — just by listening and talking. This episode originally ran on Februrary 20, 2024  Follow us on...

  28 jul 2026 1185 sec.

• Savings strategies that actually work

  You know you want to save for that vacation, those new tires and more generally, the future. But what savings approach actually works? Certified financial planner Tania P. Brown recommends trying savings buckets. By creating separate...

  27 jul 2026 1329 sec.

• What to do when you're too upset to think straight

  Stressed, anxious, or angry? Distress tolerance tools — from dunking your head in a bowl of ice water to imagining yourself in a calm setting — can help. In this episode, clinical psychologist Shireen Rizvi shares dialectical behavior...

  23 jul 2026 1362 sec.

• A decision coach's approach to making hard decisions

  In this episode, decision coach Nell Wulfhart shares exercises to make speedier decisions, when to ask others for guidance and how to deal with any regret. This episode originally published June 2, 2025. Follow us on...

  21 jul 2026 1346 sec.

• Before you fibermaxx, know these tips

  Fiber is a dietary superhero. It lowers cholesterol, helps regulate blood sugar levels and keeps your hunger in check. But chances are, you're not getting enough of it. NPR health correspondent (and fiber fanatic) Maria Godoy shares...

  20 jul 2026 882 sec.

• When your best friend tells you to stop texting her

  Advice inbound. In this edition of Dear Life Kit, we're pulling wisdom from the Life Kit archives to help you:  -Support a friend who is imposing distance  -Escape your kids' exhausting schedule  -Handle a tricky conversation about...

  16 jul 2026 992 sec.

• Summer fun that doesn't break the budget

  Wondering how to have fun this summer without spending a fortune? All you need is a little creativity. Go on a "penny date." Throw a movie marathon party. Swap houses with a friend. With a little imagination, you can bring delight and...

  14 jul 2026 739 sec.

• A financial planner's advice for spending without guilt

  Whether you're feeling guilty about overspending or guilty about not spending enough, shame around money can get in the way of your goals. In this episode, Marielle Segarra talks with certified financial planner Lauryn Williams about...

  13 jul 2026 1388 sec.