
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. Support public media by joining NPR+ at plus.npr.org. You’ll get perks for over 25 NPR podcasts, including sponsor-free listening and helpful curated playlists by topic for Life Kit.
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 1192 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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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 categories — or... more
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 therapy skills ... more
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.
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Such an informative and interesting podcast, even my 12 year old is listening
I love this channel, anyway.
It’s a great podcast that’s easy to listen to. The topics are interesting and there’s always an expert weighing in, which isn’t the case for all advice podcasts. The episodes are very concise so theres never filler or pointless tangents. Great work here.
My absolute favorite podcast - life changing!
I like Lifekit, I’ve been listening since 2020. And while I like the format, I find the advice is mostly for complete beginners. Maybe add a tier for intermediate or advanced.
Also I think the explosive power episode was misleading and a different guest would’ve been better informed. The exercise oncologist may have been providing advice for chronically ill people because many adults can do more than she recommended. Also explosive exercises can be a great warmup for strength training, so I don... more
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This show delivers practical, evidence-based guidance across everyday life topics, from health and wellness to money, relationships, and personal growth. Episodes feature experts and real-world stories to translate research into actionable tips, with a frequent emphasis on safer health decisions, smart budgeting, mental well-being, and mindful living. The format often combines medical or scientific expertise with relatable anecdotes and clear takeaways, plus occasional guidance on planning and optimizing everyday tasks like travel, concerts, or home routines. A notable strength is the blend of authoritative advice with accessible, bite-sized lessons and ongoing sponsor-free options through premium listening tiers.
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2. Nell McShane-Wulfhart
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