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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. 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.

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We all know we should be moving more, but how can we fit all that movement into a busy week? On this episode, tips from a physical therapist and a personal trainer on how to set up a week of workouts, when to focus on cardio versus strength training,... more

New gadgets, new apps, new experiences, new restaurants — we're constantly being told (and sold) that newness will bring order and meaning to our lives. But that drive for newness can take up our time and money in ways that don't align with our value... more

If you're looking for ways to curb your spending, we have tips to help you save at the grocery store, stop impulse shopping, avoid unnecessary fees, and more. This episode was originally published on Dec. 3, 2024.

Follow us on Instagram: @nprlifekit... more

As the days get shorter and temperatures drop, it's common to feel depressed and low on energy. In this episode, tips from the psychiatrist who first studied SAD on how to weather the colder, darker months ahead. This episode originally ran Oct 2020.... more

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Emily Manoogian
PhD and clinical researcher at the Salk Institute for Biological Studies
Salk Institute for Biological Studies
Episode: Seasonal Affective Disorder is real. Here's how to get through it
Isabella Harris
Vlogger who shares her experience with seasonal affective disorder
Episode: Seasonal Affective Disorder is real. Here's how to get through it
Norman Rosenthal
Clinical professor of psychiatry at Georgetown University School of Medicine and researcher who first studied SAD
Georgetown University School of Medicine
Episode: Seasonal Affective Disorder is real. Here's how to get through it
Sophie Strauss
Stylist for regular people focused on inclusivity and sustainability, and Halloween enthusiast.
Episode: How to DIY a clever (and low-budget) Halloween costume
Vanessa Bohns
Social psychologist at Cornell University and author of Should I Say Something?
Cornell University
Episode: How honest should you really be? Tips for sharing good and bad news
Caroline Sylge
Author of How to Retreat: A Guide to Stepping Away from the Everyday to Find Space for Your Self.
Episode: Why you should take a 'say no' retreat
Sarah Oreck
Reproductive psychiatrist
Episode: Anxious about trying for a baby? Here's how to deal
Andee Tagle
Life Kit reporter
NPR
Episode: Anxious about trying for a baby? Here's how to deal
Lucky Seacon
Reproductive endocrinologist
Episode: Anxious about trying for a baby? Here's how to deal

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Marielle Segarra
Host of Life Kit, NPR

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 10.1k ratings
  • 10/10

    Interesting, enlightening, and full of so many things I wish we’d been taught growing up.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DYSK22
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great series!

    Love this podcast. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Saurolophus
    United Statesa month ago
  • Short and sweet!

    I love how digestible life kit is and love love the host! I’m a teacher and use many episodes for class assignments!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Meg Reynolds1983
    United Statesa month ago
  • Grateful for this podcast

    I consistently learn from this podcast even when I think the topic is fairly basic and I feel confident I’m fairly knowledgeable about a topic. For example, I thought I would not learn much from the episodes about exercise and running because I regularly run marathons and practice yoga many times a week. Yet, I learned some super practical tips that I probably knew years ago but hadn’t incorporated into my routines- like including a cool down, eating more protein, etc. This is a terrific podcast... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ellen bishop
    United States2 months ago
  • Like the variety

    As a retired person, I am not so much in need of podcasts about how to reduce stress or raise the kids. I do appreciate the wide variety of topics that you cover, so I can pick the ones that are most relevant to me. For example, procrastination! As soon as we retire, we think we're going to clean out the garage. That does not happen.

    I appreciated the one about making buying decisions because now that I'm retired, I don't have as much money to just buy on a whim. Good overview on how to think ab... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Marinette5050
    United States2 months ago

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How to DIY a clever (and low-budget) Halloween costume
Q: Where can you start if you want to buy a costume or buy elements of a costume?
Sophie suggests first using what you own, then borrowing from friends, buying second-hand clothing or accessories, and considering new packaged costumes only as a last resort.
How to DIY a clever (and low-budget) Halloween costume
Q: How do you even begin to decide what you might want to be for Halloween?
Sophie recommends identifying what kind of Halloween participant you are, then looking to pop culture, trending topics, admired characters, memes, or everyday objects for inspiration.
Seasonal Affective Disorder is real. Here's how to get through it
Q: How can food timing affect seasonal affective disorder?
Manoogian explains that food is an environmental cue for the body's internal clocks. Keeping meals within a consistent 10-to-12-hour window and stopping eating three hours before bed can help signal the time of day.
Seasonal Affective Disorder is real. Here's how to get through it
Q: What can people do to manage seasonal affective disorder?
Rosenthal and Manoogian recommend recognizing the seasonal pattern, getting natural and possibly therapeutic light, keeping meal timing consistent, exercising during the active part of the day, reducing stress, and planning enjoyable activities. Medication can also be effective when symptoms persist or disrupt work or relationships.
How to find your flow state when you’ve lost it
Q: Do you think that the skill-challenge balance is an important part of finding flow?
Allen and Husky affirm that flow depends on pairing a sufficiently challenging task with the skills to meet it.

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What is Life Kit about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Life Kit delivers concise, expert-driven guidance across everyday topics like health, money, parenting, and productivity. Episodes feature clinicians, researchers, journalists, and other specialists who translate science and research into practical steps listeners can apply immediately. The show stands out for its emphasis on actionable frameworks (e.g., savings buckets, distress tolerance, mindful eating) and its ability to pair credible experts with relatable storytelling. Listeners often appreciate the friendly, evidence-based approach and the variety of guests, from medical professionals to financial planners, that keeps topics relevant and doable for a broad audience.

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2. Life Kit: Money
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4. Life Kit: Parenting
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1. Emily Manoogian
2. Isabella Harris
3. Norman Rosenthal
4. Sophie Strauss
5. Vanessa Bohns
6. Caroline Sylge
7. Sarah Oreck
8. Andee Tagle

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