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A kid's guide to climate change (plus a printable comic)

Learning about climate change? Here's a comic for kids about what it is and how it's affecting the planet — as explained by kids who are experiencing it. And find out how to print this comic at home!

January 17, 2023
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By:
  • Lauren Sommer and
  • Malaka Gharib
Writer Aubrey Gordon wants to change the way people think and talk about fatness, including how the word "fat" is used.

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Anti-fatness keeps fat people on the margins, says Aubrey Gordon

In her new book You Just Need To Lose Weight and 19 Other Myths About Fat People, Aubrey Gordon tackles the biases and myths that she says keep fat people on the margins of society.

January 12, 2023
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By:
  • Mallory Yu and
  • Juana Summers
There are steps you can take to reduce food waste while prepping, shopping and cooking.

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  • Food

Food waste is a big problem. These small changes can help

Over one-third of the food produced in the U.S. goes uneaten, harming people's wallets and the climate. Here are some steps you can take in your supermarket and kitchen to cut back on waste.

January 12, 2023
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  • Rachel Treisman

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  • Arts & Life

What do you want to accomplish in 2023? This New Year's resolution guide can help

Scroll through Life Kit's expert guides to discover practical and inspiring ways to grow in 2023.

December 26, 2022
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  • Connie Hanzhang Jin,
  • Malaka Gharib,
  • and 1 more

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  • Arts & Life

Terrible at buying Christmas presents? Peep our guide for clever gift ideas

Not everyone has a knack for gift giving — and that's OK! Our experts share tips on what to get for 5 personality types, ranging from the practical to the sentimental to the hard to shop for.

December 14, 2022
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By:
  • Meghan Keane
Marina Heintze creates artwork to pay tribute to the family members she lost during the Holocaust. This piece is titled "Nana Rocks."

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  • Arts & Life

8 listeners share the powerful ways they keep in touch with their ancestors

Last month, we asked our audience to tell us how they stay connected to their late loved ones. They tell us about the objects they keep, the altars they built and how they pay their respects.

December 07, 2022
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By:
  • Malaka Gharib

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  • Arts & Life

Life Kit's top episodes of 2022: How to split chores, stop 'lifestyle creep' and more

NPR's advice podcast shares the most popular episodes of the year, which includes tips on how to avoid thinking traps and protect North American birds during migration.

December 06, 2022
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By:
  • Malaka Gharib
NPR Life Kit listeners share photos from their best theme parties. Left: a vision board for a "Vampire Nights"-themed party; middle: An '80s-themed ski party; right: An Olympics watch party.

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  • Arts & Life

Everyone hates a boring party. Here's how to kick things up a notch

Hosting a holiday party? NPR's audience shares their best untraditional party ideas and themes — and their strategies to make the experience truly epic.

November 30, 2022
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By:
  • Malaka Gharib

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  • Perspective

Dear Life Kit: How do I get out of my pandemic rut? Michelle Obama weighs in

The former first lady responds to an NPR listener who says that COVID has left them feeling lost and isolated. Her suggestion? 'Take a risk' and 'put yourself out there.'

November 23, 2022
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By:
  • Andee Tagle

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  • Mental Health

Stop hurting your own feelings: Tips on quashing negative self-talk

Can't stop thinking mean thoughts about yourself? Researchers and psychologists share how to break the cycle.

November 04, 2022
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By:
  • Andee Tagle
A new treatment approach helps people with IBS symptoms like stomach pain, bloating and diarrhea find relief through a combination of dietary and stress management strategies.

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  • Health

For stomach pain and other IBS symptoms, new apps can bring relief

If you often have pain, bloating, urgency or other symptoms of gastrointestinal distress, you may have IBS. Here's how to find relief, using the latest science and a new generation of apps.

October 16, 2022
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  • Allison Aubrey

It's hygge season: How to embrace the Danish lifestyle of rest and coziness

The weather is cooling down and it's time to take a load off and snuggle under the blankets. NPR's Life Kit podcast shares 11 ways to embrace leisure and relaxation this fall season.

October 14, 2022
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By:
  • Andee Tagle
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  • Health Care

Picking a good health insurance plan can be confusing. Here's what to keep in mind

This guide from Life Kit includes podcast episodes on how to select the right health care plan, a glossary of common insurance jargon and why you should give your summary of benefits a close read.

October 07, 2022
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By:
  • Andee Tagle

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  • Perspective

9 more ways to show your friends you love them, recommended by NPR listeners

Last month, we asked NPR's audience to share creative ways they show affection in their platonic relationships. Some ideas? Ask friends how they're really doing ... and give them the gift of time.

October 07, 2022
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By:
  • Malaka Gharib
Marielle Segarra is Life Kit's new host.

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  • Perspective

The morning ritual that keeps our new Life Kit host grounded

Marielle Segarra explains how she starts her day — and shares her favorite Life Kit episodes, life hacks and why she's excited to talk about money and finance on the podcast.

September 16, 2022
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By:
  • Andee Tagle
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