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Terrible at buying Christmas presents? Peep our guide for clever gift ideas
Not everyone has a knack for gift giving — and that's OK! Our experts share tips on what to get for 5 personality types, ranging from the practical to the sentimental to the hard to shop for.
Everyone hates a boring party. Here's how to kick things up a notch
Hosting a holiday party? NPR's audience shares their best untraditional party ideas and themes — and their strategies to make the experience truly epic.
Stop hurting your own feelings: Tips on quashing negative self-talk
Can't stop thinking mean thoughts about yourself? Researchers and psychologists share how to break the cycle.
9 more ways to show your friends you love them, recommended by NPR listeners
Last month, we asked NPR's audience to share creative ways they show affection in their platonic relationships. Some ideas? Ask friends how they're really doing ... and give them the gift of time.
The morning ritual that keeps our new Life Kit host grounded
Marielle Segarra explains how she starts her day — and shares her favorite Life Kit episodes, life hacks and why she's excited to talk about money and finance on the podcast.
Dear Life Kit: Can I tell my neighbor to put their yappy dogs inside?
It can be hard to navigate etiquette in the midst of interpersonal conflict. Rachel Wilkerson Miller, editor-in-chief of Self, gives advice in three sticky situations.
13 small ways to ditch your phone and live more in the moment
From downgrading your technology to leaving your phone on silent, Life Kit listeners share their best tips for taking a break from the internet.
Dear Life Kit: Should I tell my friend they talk too much?
Sometimes it's easier to bottle up your feelings than to have a difficult conversation with a friend. Celeste Headlee, author of We Need to Talk, answers your questions about conflict with friends.
Dear Life Kit: Is a recital really more important than my wedding?
Dealing with conflict is hard — it can be even harder with family. We posed your anonymous questions to Natalie Lue, who coaches people to curb their people-pleasing tendencies.