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  1. Can therapy save their friendship?

    17 december 2022 · 39 min

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    Would you ever consider going to therapy with a friend? In this episode from NPR Invisibilia, two best friends — who are so close they call themselves brothers — were drifting apart, so host Yowei Shaw asked psychotherapist Esther Perel to help. This episode was recorded in collaboration with Perel's podcast, Where Should We Begin? Lees meer

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  2. Dear LK: We bought a dog instead of rescuing one. It cost me a friend

    15 december 2022 · 11 min

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    An ideological difference over adopting versus shopping for a pet causes a rift between friends. Tania Israel, a professor of psychology, shares advice about how to have difficult conversations with people you care about. Lees meer

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  3. How to support people with long COVID

    13 december 2022 · 21 min

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    One in five Americans who have had COVID have experienced symptoms lasting three months or more. How can patients navigate this chronic illness? And how can the people in their lives provide comfort and strength? In this episode from our friends at It's Been a Minute, host Brittany Luse talks to the editor and a contributor of a new book, 'The Long COVID Survival Guide.' Lees meer

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  4. Build a healthy relationship with your in-laws

    12 december 2022 · 24 min

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    Creating a relationship with your partner's family can be hard work. Experts share how to navigate 5 tricky situations, including dealing with in-laws who can't seem to stop giving unsolicited advice. Lees meer

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  5. How to start new traditions that feel right to you

    8 december 2022 · 21 min

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    Traditions can foster a sense of unity with the people we love and help pass down cultural values. But what happens when these events no longer make sense in our lives? Lees meer

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  6. Piece together your family tree

    6 december 2022 · 19 min

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    If you're interested in learning more about your family history, genealogist Mica Anders says to get creative. Look through newspaper archives, census data, vital records and more. And who knows, you may find some unexpected gems in the process. Lees meer

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  7. Stressed about talking about finances with a new partner? This framework can help

    5 december 2022 · 19 min

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    It can be awkward to discuss money when you're in a new relationship. Financial therapist Amanda Clayman suggests following what she calls the "five components of financial intimacy" to get the conversation started. Lees meer

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  8. Dear LK: My folks guilt-trip me into spending the holidays with them

    1 december 2022 · 12 min

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    Between long-held traditions, unfair expectations and clashing personalities, the holidays can be a perfect storm for conflict. Therapist John Kim helps untangle three holiday conundrums. Lees meer

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  9. How to apply the rules of improv to everyday life

    29 november 2022 · 22 min

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    Improv comedy is about more than making people laugh. It can help performers be more creative and self-assured — and combat anxiety, both on and off stage. Lees meer

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  10. Transform the way you deal with dread

    28 november 2022 · 20 min

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    Worried about deadlines, errands or your holiday to-do list? Reframe your relationship with dread with these simple exercises, from drawing the things that scare you to scheduling worry time. Lees meer

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  11. How much money do you need to become a parent? An episode from This Is Uncomfortable

    26 november 2022 · 18 min

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    A couple clashes about how much money they need to save before having children. This episode is from our friends This Is Uncomfortable's podcast series on fights about money. Lees meer

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  12. How to set boundaries with family

    24 november 2022 · 20 min

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    Maintaining healthy boundaries is a way of taking care of your closest relationships, but setting those boundaries can be hard. The process starts with asking yourself what you need. (This episode originally ran in January 2021.) Lees meer

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  13. Make holiday travel less stressful

    22 november 2022 · 13 min

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    There will probably be long lines, delays and overbooked flights, says aviation journalist Benét Wilson. So take steps to prepare for these situations and make the journey a little more pleasant. Lees meer

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  14. Get better at being grateful

    21 november 2022 · 19 min

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    Being thankful doesn't have to happen just once a year. Here are two meaningful ways to show gratitude all year long, a practice that can improve your mental and physical health. Lees meer

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  15. Dear LK: My boyfriend is too close with his former coworker

    17 november 2022 · 13 min

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    My partner is constantly texting his former coworker and even spent the night at her house. He says they're just friends, but I don't like it. How can I trust him when he ignores my boundaries? Lees meer

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  16. Michelle Obama's philosophy on relationships

    15 november 2022 · 20 min

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    In her new memoir, 'The Light We Carry,' the former first lady shares her philosophy on the relationships we have with our partner, our family and ourselves. 'You have to evolve with it,' she says. Lees meer

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  17. How to deepen your connection with your ancestors

    14 november 2022 · 24 min

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    Your ancestors don't have to feel like a distant memory. Spiritual practitioners share cross-cultural guidance on how to set up a ritual and an altar to honor them at home. Lees meer

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  18. How to rethink the way you spend your time — and life

    10 november 2022 · 21 min

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    Assuming you live to be eighty, you have just 4,000 weeks to live. While that may come as a brutal dose of reality, it's also an opportunity to think about how you're spending that time. Lees meer

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  19. Life Kit answers your pressing questions about inflation

    8 november 2022 · 21 min

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    The prices of goods and services have gone up. How much of that is due to Ukraine or the pandemic? What can our elected officials do to lower prices? And how does inflation slow down? NPR's Marielle Segarra and Stacey Vanek Smith tackle listener queries. Lees meer

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  20. Credit card points are for everyone. Here's how to get into them

    7 november 2022 · 19 min

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    Credit card rewards programs can offer big perks like airline miles and hotel upgrades. Finance journalist Katherine Fan explains how to choose the right card and what to know before signing up. Lees meer

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  21. Dear LK: My son is upset his brother didn't make him best man. Should I intervene?

    3 november 2022 · 12 min

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    A mother debates whether she should talk to the groom about the issue. Catherine Newman, an etiquette columnist for Real Simple magazine, gives her advice. Lees meer

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  22. Mexican cooking 101

    1 november 2022 · 21 min

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    Want to start making authentic Mexican cuisine at home? Here's what you'll need in your pantry and your fridge to get started, according to two Mexican chefs and cookbook authors. Lees meer

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  23. How to stay safe during a night out

    31 oktober 2022 · 22 min

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    Safety experts explain how to prevent harm in nightlife settings like bars and clubs. That includes how to project an air of confidence with your body language — and how to effectively say "no." Lees meer

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  24. How to throw a clever theme party

    27 oktober 2022 · 22 min

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    Party planning experts say to send out invites at least 6 weeks in advance. That can give guests ample time to mark their social calendars — and prepare for the big bash. Read on for more tips. Lees meer

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  25. How to wake up early, even if you're a night owl

    25 oktober 2022 · 23 min

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    Waking up at dawn with the bakers and the baristas may not be for everyone — especially night owls. Whether you have to wake up early or you'd like to become more of a morning lark, here are a few habits that can help you set yourself up for success at that first alarm. (This episode originally ran in November 2021.) Lees meer

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  26. Student loan forgiveness Q&A

    24 oktober 2022 · 15 min

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    Life Kit teams up with NPR Education to answer some common questions about student loan relief, including: What's the application process like? What loans qualify for debt relief? What if you have multiple loans? Lees meer

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  27. Dear LK: I cared for our dad. Now my greedy siblings want the inheritance

    20 oktober 2022 · 12 min

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    She cared for her stepdad through illness and death. Now she's disheartened that her siblings only seem to care about the inheritance. Financial therapist Lindsay Bryan-Podvin weighs in. Lees meer

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  28. Braving the 'quarterlife' crisis

    18 oktober 2022 · 16 min

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    Stuck between two conflicting desires and can't seem to move forward? Psychotherapist Satya Doyle Byock shares an exercise called "My Two Conflicting Selves" to help people find a compromise. Lees meer

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  29. The 5-minute daily playtime ritual that can get your kids to listen better

    17 oktober 2022 · 14 min

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    Called "special time," the strategy is widely recommended by children's health professionals to help reduce behavioral issues in young children. Here's a guide on how to do it with your kids at home. Lees meer

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  30. How to use music to express your authentic self

    15 oktober 2022 · 29 min

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    For R&B darling Omar Apollo, music has been a powerful way to showcase his Mexican American culture and queer identity. In an episode with NPR's Alt.Latino, he explains why that takes courage and confidence — and a little soul-searching too. Lees meer

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  31. Why rest is an act of resistance

    13 oktober 2022 · 24 min

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    Known to her fans as the 'nap bishop,' Tricia Hersey, author of the new book 'Rest Is Resistance: A Manifesto,' explains why relaxation and leisure are a human right — especially for communities of color. Lees meer

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  32. Tips for finding relief from IBS

    11 oktober 2022 · 16 min

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    More than 25 million Americans have Irritable Bowel Syndrome. While IBS symptoms present in the gut, it turns out that stress and anxiety can actually exacerbate symptoms. Here's how to identify triggers for IBS, eat a diet that decreases gas and bloating — and learn where to seek help. Lees meer

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  33. How to recreate a beloved family recipe

    10 oktober 2022 · 20 min

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    Step 1? Throw your expectations out the window, says NPR's Noor Wazwaz. Your dish won't be the same as the one you grew up eating — and that's OK. Here's how to add your own unique spin to a family dish and pass on it on to the next generation. Lees meer

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  34. Dear LK: Should I give my boyfriend an ultimatum?

    8 oktober 2022 · 9 min

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    Pop musician and reality dating series host Betty Who gives advice to a letter writer who asks if she should give her boyfriend an ultimatum because she's ready to move in together — and he isn't. Lees meer

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  35. Protect yourself from election disinformation

    6 oktober 2022 · 15 min

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    It's almost time to vote. NPR's Miles Parks explains what research can tell us about how to combat fake political news — and why it's so tricky to separate fact from fiction. Lees meer

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  36. How to start professional networking (and feel good about it)

    4 oktober 2022 · 19 min

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    Networking expert Robbie Samuels explains why adapting the attitude of a croissant is more likely to create meaningful job connections — and shares ways to make networking feel more natural. Lees meer

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  37. The markets are down. Here's how to handle your investments

    3 oktober 2022 · 15 min

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    The markets have fallen lately. Your knee-jerk reaction might be to sell. Here's why that's not a good idea. Lees meer

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  38. Dear LK: My dad's wife died and he won't leave the house

    1 oktober 2022 · 11 min

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    Psychotherapist David Defoe offers advice to a letter writer who is concerned about how to help their grieving father. Lees meer

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  39. What to do when driving during flood conditions

    29 september 2022 · 10 min

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    Hurricane Ian is rapidly intensifying, and with that there are predicted storm surges of up to 18 feet. We'll walk you through how you can to stay safe during heavy rain on the road. Lees meer

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  40. When something feels personal, here's how to cope

    27 september 2022 · 22 min

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    Being offended by something that someone did or said can be upsetting — but it doesn't have to eat away at us. Mental health experts share how to slow down and gain clarity when things get personal. Lees meer

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  41. When it comes to parenting, lead with connection

    26 september 2022 · 18 min

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    It all starts with the assumption that your kids have good intentions and want to do the right thing, says Becky Kennedy, a psychologist and host of the Good Inside parenting podcast. Lees meer

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  42. Dear LK: My parents ran a background check on my boyfriend

    24 september 2022 · 10 min

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    A daughter tries to rebuild trust with her parents after they secretly ran a background check on her boyfriend. Therapist and author Nedra Glover Tawwab shares insight on how to move forward. Lees meer

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  43. How much water does your body really need?

    22 september 2022 · 19 min

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    Do you really need to drink eight glasses of water a day? Can drinking water help you lose weight? Does coffee dehydrate you? Experts explain the science of hydration. Lees meer

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  44. Stuck doing all the household chores? This practical guide can help

    20 september 2022 · 25 min

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    In four steps, experts Eve Rodsky and Jacqueline Misla explain how to fairly split domestic work with a partner or roommate. Don't forget to print out the handy zine! Lees meer

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  45. How to start a new job

    19 september 2022 · 16 min

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    Life Kit host Marielle Segarra asks friends and family for advice on how to overcome her new-job jitters, meet new colleagues at NPR — and stay confident. Lees meer

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  46. Dear LK: Do I have to read the book my husband wrote?

    17 september 2022 · 9 min

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    What's more, the letter writer hates her husband's writing style. Should she bite the bullet and read his novel? Or can she pass? Family therapist Kiaundra Jackson offers her two cents. Lees meer

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  47. How to counteract common thinking traps

    15 september 2022 · 17 min

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    Humans have a tendency to make snap judgments and assumptions due to our cognitive biases, says Woo-kyoung Ahn in her book 'Thinking 101.' So how do we fight them? Lees meer

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  48. A friendship expert shares the science of making and keeping friends

    13 september 2022 · 20 min

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    Psychologist Marisa Franco, author of a new book on the science of making and keeping friends, shares how to deepen the bonds in our platonic relationships. Lees meer

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  49. The omicron boosters are here. What you should know about them

    12 september 2022 · 9 min

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    They target the original coronavirus strain and the omicron subvariants causing most of the current infections. And they're available at pharmacies, clinics and doctors' offices around the country. Should you get one? And if so, when? Lees meer

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  50. Dear LK: I uninvited my sister-in-law from our wedding

    10 september 2022 · 11 min

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    The bride said she was "pissed" because her future sister-in-law was bringing two unauthorized guests. Rachel Wilkerson Miller, editor-in-chief of Self magazine, explains how to smooth things over. Lees meer

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