Life Kit
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Kids and firearm safety
30 November 2023
00:16:44
Firearms are the number one cause of death for children and teens in the U.S. Parents can take life-saving precautions to protect children — whether or not you own a gun.
5 questions to ask your partner for a healthy, lasting marriage
28 November 2023
00:20:25
These conversation starters get at the heart of your values, including how you deal with conflict, your attitude toward gender roles and your relationship with money.
How to donate to a charity with purpose and intention
27 November 2023
00:17:39
Not sure which cause to support or how much to give? Kevin Scally of Charity Navigator has some advice to help you make the right decisions.
Giving thanks is good for you. Here's how to make it a habit
23 November 2023
00:18:44
Being thankful doesn't have to happen just once a year. Creating a daily gratitude habit can improve our mental and physical health. This episode, ways to be grateful all year long. This episode originally published November 21, 2022.
Create a ritual to honor your ancestors
21 November 2023
00:24:14
Your ancestors don't have to feel like a distant memory. In this episode, spiritual practitioners and Indigenous educators offer cross-cultural guidance on how to set up a special place to honor them. Plus, how to dig into genealogical records.
Ready to cold plunge? We dive into the science to see if it's worth it
20 November 2023
00:20:23
Dipping in cold water is a growing trend. It's not just for the thrill — people who cold plunge say it helps with anxiety, metabolic health and more. But is there science to support those claims?
A beginner's guide to roasting a Thanksgiving turkey
16 November 2023
00:22:13
If you roast your turkey on a pre-heated pizza stone, you can avoid the dreaded task of flipping the piping hot bird midway through the cooking process, says Lan Lam of 'America's Test Kitchen.'
Find a bra that actually fits
14 November 2023
00:21:40
Can't wait to take your bra off at the end of every day? Laura Henny, a bra fitter and owner of The Rack Shack, shares tips for finding a bra that fits correctly and makes you feel comfortable and cute.
What to do if your flight gets delayed or canceled this holiday season
13 November 2023
00:21:56
But if you have to, here's some advice. Scott Keyes, the founder of the travel site Going.com (formerly Scott's Cheap Flights), shares the best days to fly and what to do if your flight gets delayed.
How to ditch the apps and date offline
09 November 2023
00:20:12
Tired of swiping through dating profiles on your phone? Maybe it's time to get out there and meet people in real life. A sexuality and relationship educator shares advice about how to meet new people, strike up conversations and move on from a love interest if the vibe isn't there.
Tired of swiping through dating profiles on your phone? Maybe it's time to get out there and meet people in real life. A sexuality and relationship educator shares advice about how to meet new people, strike up conversations and move on from a love interest if the vibe isn't there.
Protect yourself from scams
07 November 2023
00:18:36
Scams can happen to anyone. Experts explain how to safeguard your data and money from being exploited or stolen by fraudsters.
How to build low-waste practices into your life
06 November 2023
00:18:01
The average American generates five pounds of trash per day, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Reduce your household trash by listing your output and taking these simple actions.
How screens are changing our eyes
04 November 2023
00:24:19
Myopia, or nearsightedness, is on the rise in children as a result of reduced time outside and screen usage. TED Radio Hour host Manoush Zomorodi talks to Maria Liu, an optometrist, about how to slow down this progression and how adults can protect their eyes, too.
Dear LK: My kids are enemies. What should I do?
02 November 2023
00:11:19
A sister relentlessly picks on her brother despite their mom's best attempt to make peace between them. Psychologist Becky Kennedy shares advice with a parent who feels out of ideas — and patience.
Demystifying your health insurance plan
31 October 2023
00:17:13
It's open enrollment season, meaning it's time to pick a health care plan. But it can be confusing to decipher all the acronyms and lingo of health care — so how do you pick the right health care plan for you? This episode, we break down commonly used terms and offer a strategy to help crunch the nu...
It's open enrollment season, meaning it's time to pick a health care plan. But it can be confusing to decipher all the acronyms and lingo of health care — so how do you pick the right health care plan for you? This episode, we break down commonly used terms and offer a strategy to help crunch the nu...
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