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Shopping secondhand is a good way to be more sustainable, explore your personal style or score a deal. We have tips from some diehard thrifters so you can find those hidden gems. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

Pregnancy is hard work – for the body, mind and soul. There are seemingly endless resources for all the physical and logistical aspects of pregnancy but far fewer for renegotiating your sense of self. Life Kit spoke with author and journalist Chelsea Conaboy about how pregnancy impacts the brain and how to embrace the changes that parenthood brings. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcas...

Want fresher, cleaner air at home? Researchers share practical tips on how to limit indoor air pollution. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

If you're an adult starting to explore your gender identity, it can be tough knowing where to begin. Here's some advice from trans people to help you on this intimate and powerful journey. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

If your parents pay for your college, do they have a right to demand to see your grades? Berna Anat, the author of Money Out Loud, shares advice on defining financial expectations and boundaries. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

Ever leave the doctor's office confused or with unanswered questions? Talking to doctors and other medical professionals can be hard — whether they're good at their jobs or not. We'll give you the tools to get more out of your appointments. We'll talk about how to choose a provider, prepare for your visit, ask the right questions, and get your provider's attention if they're not hearing you. To su...

It may sound counterintuitive, but if you want to take charge as a parent, stop trying to control your child, says psychologist and author Shefali Tsabary. Her new book, "The Parenting Map," lays out a step-by-step guide for creating conscious parent-child relationships. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

How do you cope when your partner keeps a secret that impacts your personal finances? Meredith Goldstein of the Love Letters podcast from The Boston Globe talks with a couple who worked through financial troubles in their marriage that threatened their hard-earned sense of security. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

Getting into therapy comes with its own hurdles, but what about knowing when to stop it? Moraya Seeger DeGeare, a licensed marriage and family therapist, has advice on how to figure out when it's time to end therapy and what actually to say when you do. Depending on the situation, ending with your therapist could involve anything from ghosting to a sit-down conversation. Learn more about sponsor m...

You don't need binoculars and a trip to a nature preserve to go birding. If you've ever paused to appreciate a bird, you're already well on your way. Here are some tips to up your game. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

The current inflation rate in the US is 5 percent. And most big bank savings accounts offer interest rates much lower than that. In this episode, you'll learn how to protect your savings against inflation. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

Too overwhelmed to tidy up? KC Davis, author of the book "How to Keep House While Drowning," suggests a clean-up strategy that homes in on trash and clutter. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

If you've ever thought about running for office — your town council or school board, the state legislature, or even Congress, this episode is for you. We'll tell you where to start and how to navigate everything from campaign fundraising to building a "kitchen cabinet." This episode was originally published on October 17, 2019. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

If you've decided not to have kids, your life will look different from what you might have seen growing up. Here's how to build your child-free life, with or without a long-term partner. We talk about finding community, planning for the future, making a financial plan and responding to some of the comments and judgments of other people. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/...

There are lots of jobs that don't require a bachelor's degree and pay well. Here's what to consider if you're thinking about a job in the trades — from assessing your options to choosing a training program. This episode originally published April 26, 2021. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

Life happens, and so does debt. Unexpected car trouble, the high price of food, a family emergency — there is no shortage of reasons why debt can pile up. In this episode, we offer shame-free solutions for digging out of debt. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

Saying goodbye can be tough, especially if you're parting ways for good. But grief counselor and patient advocate Isabel Stenzel Byrnes says the art of saying goodbye to loved ones can be learned and practiced. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

She loves her boyfriend's parents, but their generosity feels inappropriate. Maya Lau, host of the podcast Other People's Pockets, weighs in on how to move forward. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

How should you prepare in advance for a job interview? We discuss what questions to prep for, how to choose an outfit you feel your best in, and what to do if you get nervous. Plus, we walk through a mock interview to model how to answer common questions. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

Getting ready for a trip is fun until you have to start packing. These tips for packing a carry-on will help you figure out what you need in your bag (and what you don't!) so you can have peace of mind while traveling. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

Being a teenager is hard. There are emotional highs and lows every day. Clinical psychologist Lisa Damour says instead of jumping into problem-solving mode, parents can learn to ride the wave of emotional management with their teens. NPR's Rachel Martin speaks with Damour about her book "The Emotional Lives of Teenagers." Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR P...

There's an estimated $195 billion of medical debt in America. But just because a medical bill comes in the mail doesn't mean you have to pay that exact price. Here's how to eliminate, reduce or negotiate a medical bill. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

From monstera to snake plants, we'll walk you through how to care for your houseplants properly. Plus, troubleshooting tips for knowing when your plant needs water and how to get rid of pests. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

How do we learn to trust what our bodies tell us and express it to others? Aerialist Adie Delaney speaks with TED Radio Hour host Manoush Zomorodi about how communication, trust and safety in trapeze can provide valuable lessons on consent. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

Not all friends are meant to last forever. Here are 5 things to remember if you're processing the loss of a friendship — or trying to save one that matters to you. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy