You might not know a lot about your parent's life before they had you: their childhood dreams, their first love, their heartbreaks. If you're a child of immigrants, there might be even less you know due to language barriers or traumatic experiences. But all of these things are passed down through generations. This episode, journalist and writer Aarti Shahani interviews Min Jin Lee, author of Pachinko , and three other writers about how to unpack your parent's past with them — and how doing so ca...
Jul 11, 2024•25 min•Transcript available on Metacast You don't need much to go for a hike. You can enjoy nature whether you're at a national park or on a neighborhood stroll. But before you head out, you'll want to consider your route, a couple of safety precautions and your gear. Want better sleep? Sign up for Life Kit's Guide to Better Sleep, our special newsletter series. When you sign up, you'll receive a series of emails over one week, with tips you can try that very night to prioritize and improve your sleep. Sign up at npr.org/sleepweek . L...
Jul 09, 2024•25 min•Transcript available on Metacast Psychologist Becky Kennedy, author of the book "Good Inside: A Guide to Becoming the Parent You Want to Be," urges parents to spend more time raising thoughtful humans instead of fixing their behavior. This episode originally published September 26, 2022. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy
Jul 08, 2024•18 min•Transcript available on Metacast Making sure you're protected from the summer sun starts with a good sunscreen. But how do you know which sunscreen is best, how much to use or when to reapply? In this episode from Short Wave, NPR health correspondent Allison Aubrey shares the six common mistakes people make with sunscreen — and how to level up your sunscreen game. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy...
Jul 04, 2024•13 min•Transcript available on Metacast Dining out with a large group and not sure how to handle the check? In this episode, chef and food writer Kiki Aranita walks us through common dining scenarios to ensure the bill is handled fairly and smoothly. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy
Jul 02, 2024•13 min•Ep 826•Transcript available on Metacast Trying to read more can be a hard habit to stick to. If you want to read more, try setting a goal to get you motivated. To make a goal that works for you — consider setting a genre or page count goal rather than just counting the number of books you read. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy
Jul 01, 2024•15 min•Transcript available on Metacast Do you have "screen apnea?" Former Microsoft executive Linda Stone coined this term in 2007 after noticing she'd developed an unhealthy habit while answering emails: She held her breath. Body Electric host Manoush Zomorodi talks to Stone about this phenomenon — and gets insight from James Nestor, author of "Breath," on how to reset our breath and relieve screen time stress. Binge the whole Body Electric series here . Sign up for the Body Electric Challenge and their newsletter here . Learn more ...
Jun 29, 2024•25 min•Transcript available on Metacast It's hard to find time for anything with a newborn at home. And in the months after having a baby, intimacy with your partner may fall to the wayside. But sex and relationship experts say that maintaining your intimate relationship with your partner is a worthwhile challenge. In this episode we'll talk strategies for reconnecting with your partner, exploring your desires, and expanding your ideas of sex and intimacy. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Priv...
Jun 27, 2024•22 min•Ep 824•Transcript available on Metacast For decades, health experts have relied on body mass index (BMI), a ratio of weight to height, to classify people as underweight, normal weight, overweight or obese. But sometimes, you need more than two numbers to understand your health. For example, BMI can't tell you how much of your weight is fat versus muscle. That's why a growing number of researchers and physicians prefer other metrics instead. NPR health correspondent Allison Aubrey breaks down the history and shortcomings of BMI, and sh...
Jun 25, 2024•18 min•Transcript available on Metacast There are a lot of misconceptions about sleep. Sleep scientist Rebecca Robbins and her colleagues looked into common myths about sleep to help everyone get a better night's rest. This episode originally published Janaury 9, 2024. Want better sleep? Sign up Life Kit's Guide to Better Sleep, our special newsletter series. When you sign up, you'll receive a series of emails over one week with tips you can try that very night to prioritize and improve your sleep. Sign up at npr.org/sleepweek. Learn ...
Jun 24, 2024•17 min•Transcript available on Metacast The summer's first major heat wave has arrived. Our bodies do have natural ways to dissipate heat, but when temperatures get extreme, sometimes they just can't keep up. In this episode of Life Kit, learn how to keep cool, hydrated and safe in extreme heat. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy
Jun 20, 2024•12 min•Transcript available on Metacast Intimidated by grilling? Cooking over an open flame can do that. In this episode, learn the basics from which type of grill to choose, to how to maintain a fire and create different temperature zones, to tips on tools and safety. This episode originally published May 24, 2022. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy...
Jun 18, 2024•21 min•Transcript available on Metacast Should you merge your finances with a significant other? Keep them separate? Or something in between? Financial therapist Lindsay Bryan Podvin breaks down different ways to handle your finances with a partner and how to keep communication open and honest no matter what financial plan you pick. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy...
Jun 17, 2024•26 min•Transcript available on Metacast With graduation season here, our friends at NPR's All Songs Considered asked listeners to tell them about songs that bring back memories of the final days of high school, when they said goodbye to old friends, left home and struck out on their own. Join NPR's Robin Hilton and Stephen Thompson as they reflect on graduation through song. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy...
Jun 15, 2024•29 min•Transcript available on Metacast Every year, more than 350,000 people go into cardiac arrest outside of a hospital setting in the United States. CPR, or cardiopulmonary resuscitation, can help double or triple survival rates. In this episode, we'll explain the basics of this emergency procedure so you can feel empowered to help in a life-or-death situation. Sign up for Life Kit's newsletter Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy...
Jun 13, 2024•19 min•Ep 817•Transcript available on Metacast It's easy to stop noticing what we love about our lives. Even the most passionate relationships, stimulating jobs and exciting cities can lose their sparkle. Cognitive neuroscientist Tali Sharot, author of the new book Look Again , explains how to fall back in love with life's small joys. For more episodes from Life Kit, sign up for our weekly newsletter . Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy...
Jun 11, 2024•25 min•Transcript available on Metacast Sex and relationship expert Shan Boodram weighs in on listener questions about crushes: unrequited love, romance with an expiration date, and reaching out to someone from your past. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy
Jun 10, 2024•16 min•Ep 815•Transcript available on Metacast Losing a sibling is a unique and often overlooked kind of grief. Many grieving siblings aren't given the same level of support as their parents or caregivers after a loss. But a sibling's grief can be just as powerful and potent. NPR health correspondent Rhitu Chatterjee shares advice on how best to cope with grief — and honor a sibling's memory. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy...
Jun 06, 2024•17 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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
Jun 04, 2024•18 min•Ep 813•Transcript available on Metacast Drowning is the No. 1 cause of death for children ages 1-4 in the United States. To prevent drownings, make sure there's always a designated adult watching the water whenever kids are swimming. We'll cover other water safety tips to protect young swimmers safe this summer. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy...
Jun 03, 2024•18 min•Transcript available on Metacast Do you ever feel like your memory lets you down when you need it most? If you forget your keys every time you leave the house, struggle to remember new names or just need a boost before a big test, you might be in need of some memory training. Trivia and memory experts share their best tips for recalling more and warding off everyday forgetfulness. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy...
May 30, 2024•25 min•Transcript available on Metacast Fiber is a dietary superhero. It lowers cholesterol, helps regulate blood sugar levels and keeps your hunger in check. But chances are, you're not getting enough of it. NPR health correspondent (and fiber fanatic) Maria Godoy shares easy ways to up your fiber intake. Plus, the science of what fiber does in your body and how having more in your diet could help you. This episode was originally published September 19, 2023. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR ...
May 28, 2024•15 min•Transcript available on Metacast Ideas on how to have fun this summer without breaking the bank. Go on a "penny date." Throw a movie marathon party. Swap houses with a friend. With a little imagination, you can bring delight and joy — at a low cost — into your sunny days ahead. This episode originally published August 1, 2023. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy...
May 27, 2024•13 min•Transcript available on Metacast When a romantic relationship ends, it can feel like a total loss. How do you go from being an important person in someone's life to a complete stranger? But experts say it doesn't have to be all or nothing. On this episode: Three questions to ask yourself before building a platonic connection with a former romantic partner. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy...
May 23, 2024•17 min•Ep 808•Transcript available on Metacast You broke someone's heart. You missed your kid's recital. You weren't there for your mom when she needed you. Guilt! It can be painful – but also a powerful tool for connection. In this episode, learn how to have a healthy relationship with guilt with help from a psychologist and an ethics researcher. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy...
May 21, 2024•23 min•Transcript available on Metacast Many parents share photos and videos of their babies and children on social media. But there are potential dangers to constantly posting about your kid online, says Leah Plunkett, a faculty member of Harvard Law School who specializes in children, family law and technology. This episode, Plunkett explains what adults should consider about a kid's privacy and personal data before hitting the upload button. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy...
May 20, 2024•24 min•Transcript available on Metacast A visit to the gynecologist isn't just an essential part of your health routine. It's an opportunity to ask questions about your reproductive health, from birth control to painful periods to a decreased interest in sex. Dr. Rachel Bervell, co-founder of The Black OBGYN Project, explains how women and trans or non-binary people can structure their next visit — and get the answers they need. A previous version of this podcast defined endometriosis as a condition that happens when menstrual tissue ...
May 16, 2024•25 min•Transcript available on Metacast Taylor Swift claimed that "jet lag is a choice" at this year's Super Bowl. Sleep scientists like Jade Wu would like you to know they very much disagree. The disorder can throw your body clock out of whack and leave you feeling sluggish — not great when you're on a big vacation abroad. Wu explains how to make jet lag less miserable and more manageable. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy...
May 14, 2024•19 min•Transcript available on Metacast For a lot of people from Asian American backgrounds, discussing mental health - especially with loved ones - can be difficult. Psychologist and author Jenny T. Wang has advice on everything from working through guilt to defining home on your own terms. The episode originally published on May 26, 2022. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy...
May 13, 2024•21 min•Transcript available on Metacast Check out your new NPR podcast listen: Wild Card with Rachel Martin. On the show, Rachel rips up the typical interview script and invites guests to play a game about life's biggest questions. In this episode, she talks with actor and writer Issa Rae. They discuss questions you can try asking a loved one, like: What's a moment when you felt proud of yourself as a kid? How do you stay connected to people you've lost? Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privac...
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