Life Kit: Health

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22 tips for 2022: To avoid Sunday scaries, end your weekend on a high note

6:01am January 15, 2022

by Sam Sanders

A lot of us fall into the trap of saving up work we have to complete over the weekend for Sunday evening. Get catch-up work done earlier, so the last thing you do before Monday is something fun.

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22 tips for 2022: Overcome gymtimidation by practicing weightlifting moves at home

6:00am January 11, 2022

If you're interested in breaking into weightlifting, try practicing the movements at home first by using basic household items, like a broom, and free video tutorials online to guide you.

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22 tips for 2022: How to make it easier to pass on alcohol

6:00am January 05, 2022

by Allison Aubrey

The best way to support your loved ones who don't want to drink is to make sure drinking feels like a choice — not an obligation.

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22 tips for 2022: If you want to eat less meat, spice is key

6:01am January 03, 2022

by Maria Godoy

Trying to eat less meat? Make sure your meat-free meals are just as satisfying by seasoning your vegetables with the same spices you use to cook meat. It will carry some of that flavor over.

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We answered your questions on safety, loneliness and anxiety during the holidays

7:02pm December 18, 2021

We asked for your questions on navigating the holiday blues. Clinical psychologist Andrea Bonior guides us through some rough patches involving family, money, loneliness and safety.

At the end of dry January or your break from alcohol, reassess your relationship with drinking. Some people realize they have a healthy relationship with alcohol, others find that alcohol has a control over them that they don't like.

You don't have to drink to celebrate the holiday season

9:23pm December 11, 2021

by Brian Mann

If you think alcohol is problematic for you, or want to avoid drinking too much, or just aren't the biggest drinker, here are some strategies for navigating end-of-year celebrations.

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Things like anxiety and depression can affect everyone. These six Life Kit episodes can help you on your way.

You Don't Have To Be An Olympian To Prioritize Your Mental Health

2:30pm July 28, 2021

by Wynne Davis

You don't need a gold medal to justify putting your mental health first. Whether you or someone you know is struggling, NPR's Life Kit has a few ways for you to focus on your mental wellbeing.

These three nonalcoholic cocktail recipes will have your guests asking for another round.

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The Modern Mocktail: 3 Distinctive Nonalcoholic Drink Recipes

12:07pm January 31, 2020

by Becky Harlan

How to make three nonalcoholic cocktails that will have your guests asking for another round. Also, learn some basic tenets of what makes a delicious mixed drink (with or without alcohol).