How to deal with intrusive thoughts
Have you ever had a disturbing thought pop up into your head? Thoughts that are distressing, repetitive and unwanted are called intrusive thoughts. NPR’s senior…
Samin Nosrat’s recipe for gathering with friends
For chef Samin Nosrat, one of the most valuable parts of life is sharing food with the people you love. Samin joins Life Kit to…
Budgeting for college students
A new semester has begun, which means college students across the country are taking on debt, opening credit cards and navigating meal plans and housing…
Lost your keys? A better way to find them
Searching for an item you’ve misplaced, like a passport, wedding ring or keys, can get frustrating quickly. Luckily, there are tips to help make your…
Teens are using AI. Here’s how parents can talk about it.
High school and college students graduating in 2026 will have had access to artificial intelligence models like ChatGPT since their freshman year. Teens are using…
A head-to-toe check-in for the fall
It’s not just school kids who could use a back-to-school reset. Your body could use one too. This episode of Life Kit, medical professionals share…
Dear Life Kit: When money makes relationships murky
Behavioral scientist Wendy De La Rosa and personal finance expert Katie Gatti Tassin answer murky money questions from Dear Life Kit listeners. Follow us on…
Boost your mood in 15 minutes
Sometimes you’re just feeling blah: maybe the weather’s bad, you can’t get out of bed and you’re struggling to shake off that listlessness. In these…
Ouch, I’ve got a crick! Neck pain 101
Have you ever woken up with a crick in your neck after a bad night’s sleep? Or feel like you can’t rotate your head? Many people will…
Road safety for pedestrians and cyclists
No matter whether you’re walking, biking or driving, there are things you can do to stay safe on the road. NPR health correspondent Pien Huang…