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Me And White Supremacy author Layla Saad explains the work of undoing white supremacy and why being an ally isn't enough. (This episode first ran in July 2020.) Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

We all screw up. What comes afterwards can make or break a relationship. In this episode, psychologist Harriet Lerner shares her tips for apologizing well and moving forward. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

It's normal to grieve when someone close to you dies. But what about the feelings that come with the loss of a job, or a long-awaited milestone? That's grief too, experts say — and it's normal. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

Anger can be a powerful teacher — if we know how to use it. In this episode, Lama Rod Owens, a teacher of Tibetan Buddhism, explains how he learned to love his anger, and gives listeners a six-step meditation to recognize it and let it go. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

Coming out looks different for everyone. Kathy Tu and Tobin Low (formerly of the podcast Nancy) talk with people about their coming out stories to learn what went well, what could have gone better, and what to say if someone comes out to you. (This episode originally ran in June 2020.) Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

Food is more than just fuel for your body. Food is a connection to the stories of your ancestors, and the stories of your descendants. In this episode, a culinary historian, a professor and a nutritionist share their advice on how to carry on culinary traditions. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

You don't need binoculars and a trip to a nature preserve to go bird watching. If you've ever paused to appreciate a bird, you're already well on your way. Here's how to get started. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

Bike sales shot up last year and lots of cyclists dusted off their old wheels. If you're itching to get out there, this episode covers what you'll need to hit the road and strategies to stay safe. (It originally ran in August 2020.) Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

Whether you have big plans for a vegetable garden or a tiny pot of window sill herbs, this episode will help you get your green thumb. We cover the basics of hardiness zones, understanding good soil, and building raised beds so you can turn garden dreams into reality. (This episode originally ran in April 2020.) Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Pol...

If you're making plans to enjoy the weather, don't forget to pack your sunscreen. What's that? You don't need it? Yes, you do. Here's why, and how to use it effectively. (This episode first ran in July 2020.) This is the second in our week of episodes all about getting outside. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

This week, Life Kit is heading outside! We're sharing our favorite episodes about getting out there, just in time for summer. Today, we're talking camping, which can be intimidating if you don't have much experience. We'll cover what to bring, how to make meals, how to stay safe and how to honor the land. (This episode first ran in July 2020.) Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoic...

Wealth isn't just cold, hard cash, says strategic investor Pamela Jolly. It's whatever you value — and that means generational wealth can take lots of forms. Keisha "TK" Dutes speaks with Jolly about how to get strategic about leaving a legacy. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

Home prices have shot up in the last year. But with so many people eager to buy, the competition is stiff. If you're in the market to buy a home, this episode offers some advice for how to navigate this seemingly impossible market. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

Psychotherapist April Preston speaks with Tonya Mosley of NPR's Here and Now about what racial trauma is, how it can be passed down, and how to address it. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

The CDC says vaccinated folks don't need masks in most settings. NPR's Short Wave team breaks down that guidance and the pushback. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

What would you do if you saw someone being harassed on the bus, or attacked in broad daylight? Most of us would like to think we know how we'd respond — but intervening in dangerous situations is easier said than done. Here's how to step in. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

When's the best time to start a new habit? And what makes some stick while others fall by the wayside? Behavioral scientist Katy Milkman's new book, How to Change, breaks down the research about how to leverage human nature instead of working against it to achieve your goals. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

The stress and trauma from the past year have taken a toll on all of our brains. Mental health care providers say their patients are reporting brain fog and fatigue. If that sounds familiar, here's why — and what you can do. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

NPR's Noel King talks to Anna Sale of the podcast 'Death, Sex & Money' about her new book, "Let's Talk About Hard Things." Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

There are lots of things to consider if you're planning on shedding your mask. In this episode, NPR science editor Maria Godoy joins us to walk through the CDC recommendations and the research to back them up. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

Picking a name for a baby can be overwhelming. With all the possibilities out in the world, it can be hard to even begin to choose. On this episode of Life Kit, host Diana Opong speaks with baby naming experts for a framework that can help. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

Learning how to sew opens up a world of options for making your own clothes — or transforming old ones. This guide can help you get started. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

We'd all like to think we're open to new ideas and curious about how others see the world. But our brains aren't wired that way — in fact, being open-minded takes some conscious practice. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

The practice of intuitive eating is about reconnecting with our bodies, trusting our physical signals and forging a healthy relationship with food. And — importantly — it's not about losing weight. (This episode originally ran in 2019.) Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

School health classes in the U.S. rarely include instruction about sex for LGBTQ students. Here's what that could look like. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy