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Life Kit

Life Kit

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Everyone needs a little help being a human. From sleep to saving money to parenting and more, host Marielle Segarra talks to experts to get the best advice out there. Life Kit is here to help you get it together.

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  • No, it's not too early to start saving for the holidays

    No, it's not too early to start saving for the holidays
    Sep 17 2026
    Holiday spending can sneak up on you. From endless gift shopping to expensive flights home, it's easy to lose track of your long-term goals in this season of financial obligations. This episode, Life Kit experts share tips on making a holiday spending plan so you can enjoy the winter festivities guilt-free.

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    17 mins
  • Feeling insecure? Try this memory-update exercise

    Feeling insecure? Try this memory-update exercise
    Sep 15 2026
    Memories from your past can affect your self worth in the present. Marisa Franco, psychologist and author of the book Worth: The New Science of Self-Esteem and Secure Attachment, shares a memory-updating technique you can use daily to boost your self-esteem and feel more secure.

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    18 mins
  • Quitting is sometimes the right decision. Here's how to know when to walk away

    Quitting is sometimes the right decision. Here's how to know when to walk away
    Sep 14 2026
    Quitting is often associated with failure. But choosing to walk away from a goal can help you save time, identify what you truly want and create space for other pursuits. This episode, how to evaluate your goal, figure out its cost and know when it's time to throw in the towel. This episode was originally published on Aug. 18, 2025.

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    17 mins
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