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  • Arts & Life

How to hone your 'friendship intuition'

Friendship expert Kat Vellos shares tips on how to make a new friendship stick, including what to do together, how often to hang out — and what to do if the vibes just aren't there.

February 12, 2026
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  • Marielle Segarra and
  • Malaka Gharib

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  • Arts & Life

You owe it to yourself to go on a solo trip. Here's how to plan one

Traveling on your own can be scary, but it can be one of the most meaningful things you can do for yourself. Three solo travelers share their experiences — and what makes for a successful trip.

February 04, 2026
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By:
  • Amelia Edelman
Your strength-training workout doesn't need to be complicated. Researchers recommend prioritizing just a handful of exercises, including (clockwise from left to right) the split squat, row, bench press and goblet squat.

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  • Health

Want to get stronger? Start with these 6 muscle-building exercises

If you're curious about starting a resistance training routine and not sure where to begin, start with these expert-recommended movements.

January 31, 2026
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By:
  • Will Stone

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  • Arts & Life

Want to be part of a village? You might need to get out of your comfort zone

If you've always dreamed of having a village but feel disconnected from your community, try these five tips. Plus: We want to hear from you. Tell us how you cultivate community where you live.

January 30, 2026
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By:
  • Marielle Segarra and
  • Mika Ellison

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  • Arts & Life

Tired of bad haircuts? 3 stylists share tips on how to get the do of your dreams

No more crying over bad haircuts. This illustrated guide has advice on how to find a great stylist and communicate what you want, even while you're sitting in the salon chair.

January 24, 2026
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By:
  • Marielle Segarra and
  • Malaka Gharib

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  • Arts & Life

Yes, introverts and extroverts can be good friends. Here's how

Can't seem to match the energy of a good friend? You might be on opposite ends of the personality spectrum — and that's OK. Here's how to foster deep connections despite your differences.

January 17, 2026
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  • Yowei Shaw

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  • Your Health

4 ways to beat the anxiety of insomnia — and get back to sleep

People struggling with insomnia tend to hyperfocus on the fact that they can't sleep, which can prevent them from getting any shut-eye. Experts share effective practices to overcome sleep stress.

January 15, 2026
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By:
  • Andee Tagle and
  • Lennon Sherburne

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  • Author Interviews

What being around death taught this hospital chaplain about life

J.S. Park helps patients and their families cope with death every day as a hospital chaplain. He explains what to expect as a person is dying, and how to reckon with uncomfortable feelings about death.

December 30, 2025
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By:
  • Marielle Segarra and
  • Malaka Gharib

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  • Health

Want a stronger body this year? Our newsletter can help you reach your goal

If your New Year's resolution is to start resistance training, Life Kit is here to help. Sign up for our Guide to Building Strength and get a month of expert tips on how to create a lasting routine.

December 26, 2025
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By:
  • Will Stone

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  • Your Money

4 common scams to watch out for this holiday season

Don't get swindled while buying those last-minute gifts. Amy Nofziger, a fraud specialist with AARP, shares top schemes she's been seeing this season — and tips on how to protect yourself.

December 19, 2025
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By:
  • Marielle Segarra and
  • Margaret Cirino

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  • Your Health

COMIC: 6 tips to help you overcome social anxiety this season

If you're tempted to bail on potentially fun events becuase you feel awkward, read this. Level up your small talk game and practice social courage with six tips from psychologists.

December 19, 2025
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By:
  • Shay Mirk and
  • Andee Tagle
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  • Your Money

Should you use buy now, pay later? Experts share 4 tips to know

The payment option is booming among online holiday shoppers this year. But like any form of credit, it comes with drawbacks. Here's how to use BNPL responsibly — and protect yourself from risk.

December 13, 2025
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  • Vito Emanuel
Managing a full December calendar and a long list of to-dos can quickly take you from festive to frazzled if you're trying to make everything picture-perfect, Instagrammable and a core memory. ⁠Niro Feliciano, a clinical social worker and author of <em>All is Calmish: </em>H<em>ow to Feel Less Frantic and More Festive During the Holidays</em>, shares advice on reducing stress and increasing joy this season.

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  • Mental Health

If the holidays are stressing you out, remember: everything is optional

Managing a full December calendar can quickly take you from festive to frazzled. Psychotherapist Niro Feliciano shares advice on reducing stress and increasing joy this season.

December 12, 2025
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By:
  • Marielle Segarra and
  • Lennon Sherburne

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  • Arts & Life

Useful tips from NPR's most popular self-help stories of the year

A roundup of good advice from Life Kit's 10 most read stories of 2025. Find out which foods support better sleep, how to be happier and how to graciously accept compliments.

December 10, 2025
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By:
  • Malaka Gharib
Vern Yip is an interior designer and the author of the<strong> </strong>book, <em>Color Pattern Texture: The Foundation to Make Your Home Your Own</em>.

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  • Art & Design

Vern Yip's secret to better home decor? Stop scrolling for inspiration

In the digital age, it's easy to curate the look of your home with the help of artificial intelligence and social media. But designer Vern Yip would like you to take a more hands-on, tactile approach.

December 04, 2025
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By:
  • Marielle Segarra and
  • Margaret Cirino
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