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News Articles: Series: Life Kit

"Just say no to power peeing," says pelvic floor physical therapist Sara Reardon. "You want to sit, relax and let it flow." Tense pelvic floor muscles can cause constipation.

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  • Health

'Say no to power peeing' and other good tips from a pelvic floor physical therapist

Your pelvic floor supports organs like your bladder, bowels and reproductive system. Strengthen it with exercises and mantras (like "squeeze before you sneeze") from physical therapist Sara Reardon.

June 26, 2025
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By:
  • Marielle Segarra
Whether you saw it coming or were completely blindsided, getting laid off is one of the most stressful experiences in life. Career coach Octavia Goredema offers concrete advice on both logistical and emotional next steps.

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  • Your Money

Just got laid off? Get back on your feet with this step-by-step guide

When you lose your job, it can be tough to know what to do next. Career coach Octavia Goredema shares a practical checklist of next moves, from reviewing exit paperwork to securing health care.

June 25, 2025
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By:
  • Margaret Cirino
Large swaths of the U.S. will experience intense heat and humidity in the coming days.

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  • Health

It's the humidity that gets you. Here's why — and tips for dealing with muggy days

High humidity can make it tough for your body to cool down. As most of the country braces for extreme temperatures, a doctor shares advice on how to cool down when the humidity is working against you.

June 20, 2025
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By:
  • Kaity Kline and
  • Michel Martin
If you're feeling hot and need a quick way to cool down, submerge yourself in a body of water. If that's not feasible, dunk your feet and arms in cold water. It can "lower your core body temperature," says Ashley Ward, director of the Heat Policy Innovation Hub at Duke University.

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  • Health

Planning to be outside on a hot day? Take these precautions

People spend a lot of time outside during hot weather. Whether you're going to the beach, walking your dog or working your shift as a lifeguard, try these 7 proven ways to stay cool and prevent heat-related illness while outside.

June 19, 2025
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By:
  • Clare Marie Schneider

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  • Your Money

10 ways travel insiders deal with annoying flight delays

Clever advice on how to quickly rebook your flight, skip long lines and avoid flight issues in the future. One tip? Try queuing up for an agent in the airport lounge.

June 17, 2025
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By:
  • Amelia Edelman
Climate solutions for reducing home energy use can be extremely simple — and sometimes even free, says Dorit Aviv, assistant professor of architecture at the University of Pennsylvania.

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  • Climate

5 simple (and cheap) things to make your house use less energy

Sometimes reducing your home's energy use can be as simple as opening a window or buying tape. Here are five easy ways to have a more climate-friendly home and save on energy bills at the same time.

June 09, 2025
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By:
  • Julia Simon

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  • Health

6 feel-good exercises to alleviate sore, achy feet

Foot care professionals share movements that can reduce the risk of injury, prevent and alleviate pain, and improve overall foot health. Give them a try the next time your dogs are barking.

June 07, 2025
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By:
  • Andee Tagle

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  • Mental Health

COMIC: Don't panic! 6 strategies to keep you calm in a crisis

In dire situations, stress can make us panic and impair our ability to make lifesaving decisions. Emergency response professionals share the tactics they use to stay cool and collected on the job.

June 04, 2025
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By:
  • Andee Tagle and
  • Anika Orrock

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  • Arts & Life

A surprising trick to making hard choices: Try thinking less

The tactic may seem counterintuitive, but it can help you make tough decisions faster and with more confidence, says decision coach Nell Wulfhart.

June 03, 2025
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By:
  • Andee Tagle and
  • Clare Marie Schneider
"A magical question is a question that everyone in your group is interested in answering" and hearing the responses to, says Priya Parker, a conflict resolution facilitator and author of the 2020 book <em>The Art of Gathering: How We Meet and Why It Matters</em>.

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  • Arts & Life

Want to cut through small talk? Try asking a 'magical question'

These creative questions are fun to answer and can help reveal people's personalities. Conflict resolution facilitator Priya Parker shares her favorites and explains how to come up with your own.

May 29, 2025
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By:
  • Marielle Segarra,
  • Sam Yellowhorse Kesler,
  • and 1 more

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  • Arts & Life

Why you should fight to keep old friends

Nina Badzin, host of a friendship podcast, explains why staying friends with people from our past matters — and how to nurture relationships with old friends across time and distance.

May 23, 2025
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By:
  • Marielle Segarra,
  • Sam Yellowhorse Kesler,
  • and 1 more

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  • Arts & Life

Dear Life Kit: My neighbor's Christmas lights are still up. Should I call the HOA?

An NPR listener writes: "We live in a nice neighborhood that has homeowner association rules, and our neighbor is violating them." Social etiquette experts weigh in.

May 22, 2025
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By:
  • Andee Tagle and
  • Beck Harlan
Small clock alarm on a black plate with red cutlery on yellow background.

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  • Health

5 eating habits that can help you sleep better at night

What you eat during the day can affect how well you sleep at night. Sleep researchers explain the impact of diet, caffeine and alcohol on sleep health, and share a list of sleep-supporting foods.

May 19, 2025
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By:
  • Clare Marie Schneider,
  • Marielle Segarra,
  • and 2 more
Kitty Horblit (left), Karli Manship (center) and Hannah Bruns (right) line dance at a Stud Country event on March 25, 2025, in Brooklyn, New York.

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  • Arts & Life

New to your queerness? Here's how to find a supportive community in your area

It can be intimidating to enter a new queer space, especially if you're starting to explore your gender and sexuality. Organizers share advice on how to find a support network with confidence.

May 16, 2025
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By:
  • Margaret Cirino

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  • Mental Health

Why some friendships end after kids come into the picture

It can be tough to navigate relationships when our friends start having kids. This guide can help both parents and child-free folks figure out how to stay connected in a new life stage.

May 10, 2025
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By:
  • Emily Siner
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