How to reclaim joy without seeking out newness
New gadgets, new apps, new experiences, new restaurants — we're constantly being told (and sold) that newness will bring order and meaning t...
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Everyone needs a little help being a human. From sleep to saving money to parenting and more, we talk to the experts to get the best advice out there. Life Kit is here to help you get it tog...
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Anxious you're spending too much? Tips to help you cut back
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 unnecessa...
Seasonal Affective Disorder is real. Here's how to get through it
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...
Dear Life Kit: Why are they like this?!
In this edition of Dear Life Kit, more wisdom from our vast archives to help you figure out: -Can you keep your group chat from descending i...
How to DIY a clever (and low-budget) Halloween costume
Halloween is nigh! Do you have your costume ready? Sophie Strauss, "stylist for regular people" and Halloween enthusiast, shares tips to DIY...
How honest should you really be? Tips for sharing good and bad news
Should you tell a colleague that you heard they might be fired? A stranger that they have spinach in their teeth? Your followers that you ju...
Why you should take a 'say no' retreat
If you often overextend yourself or struggle to uphold your boundaries, telling people "no" might not feel easy. But Caroline Sylge, author...
Anxious about trying for a baby? Here's how to deal
Trying to get pregnant can feel like being stuck on a stressful hamster wheel. Between monitoring your cycle, dealing with your family's pro...
How to find your flow state when you’ve lost it
Unlocking the "flow state" – that euphoric, effortless immersion in a challenging task – offers a powerful roadmap for finding purpose and m...
How to stock your medicine cabinet for cold and flu season
We can't prevent you from getting sick this year, but we can help you prepare. In this episode, we talk to a doctor and a pharmacist about t...
Overcoming romantic obsession
When a crush turns into a harmful obsession, you might experience limerence, romantic infatuation characterized by extreme emotional highs a...
It's fall. Let's get cozy!
Shorter days, less sunshine, rain and snow ... the colder months can be a drag. But they don't have to be! In this episode, we share ideas t...
It's open enrollment season. Here's how to make the best decision for you
Picking a health insurance plan can be confusing and frustrating. There are endless acronyms and it's hard to predict what your health needs...
How journaling can help you through hard moments
For Suleika Jaouad, journaling has been a source of solace through life's ups and downs for as long as she can remember. Writing in her jour...
There's still time to reach your 2026 money goals
Companies look at their financial picture on a quarterly basis. We can do the same for our personal finances. In this episode, how to do a f...
Worried you’re being overcharged when shopping online? Listen to this
When shopping online, you and another person could be buying the exact same item, and you'll pay more because of who you are, where you are...
A head-to-toe check in for your health
Fall is officially here. Why not use this new season as a chance to check in with your health? This episode of Life Kit, medical professiona...
Beat performance anxiety with these quick tips
Whether it’s before a big race, during a job interview, or after meeting a new friend, performance anxiety can feel impossible to beat. So w...
Is IVF actually right for you?
Interested in having a baby outside of the bedroom? In vitro fertilization is just one of many options on the reproductive technology table....
Dear Life Kit: How much advice is too much advice?
In this edition of Dear Life Kit, more wisdom from our vast archives to help you figure out: -Can you bug your friends to do something they'...