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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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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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Published 2020-11-24

Scientifically Proven Ways To Be Happier

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We could all use a little boost these days. Laurie Santos teaches a class on the science of happiness at Yale University, so we got her advice. (This episode originally ran in June 2020.)

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We could all use a little boost these days. Laurie Santos teaches a class on the science of happiness at Yale University, so we got her advice. (This episode originally ran in June 2020.)

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Published 2020-11-23

How To Have A Safe Thanksgiving

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All gatherings carry risk during COVID-19. If you're meeting with people outside your immediate household during Thanksgiving, you can mitigate that risk by taking some basic steps. NPR's Short Wave team shares advice from the experts. Find more resources at NPR.org/shortwave.

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All gatherings carry risk during COVID-19. If you're meeting with people outside your immediate household during Thanksgiving, you can mitigate that risk by taking some basic steps. NPR's Short Wave team shares advice from the experts. Find more resources at NPR.org/shortwave.

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Published 2020-11-19

How To Make Better (And Prettier) Pies

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Just in time for Pi Day 2023, self-taught baker Lauren Ko shares her simple tips for making better — and more beautiful — pies.

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Just in time for Pi Day 2023, self-taught baker Lauren Ko shares her simple tips for making better — and more beautiful — pies.

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Published 2020-11-17

Recreating A Family Recipe

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Making a family recipe for the first time can be daunting. Will it turn out just like you remembered? In this episode, podcaster Noor Wazwaz walks us through what to remember in the kitchen.

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Published 2020-11-16

Transforming Kids' Worries Into Superpowers

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Kids have anxiety — but it's not always a bad thing. Renee Jain and Dr. Shefali Tsabary have some ideas about how to help children use those feelings to their advantage.

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Published 2020-11-12

Checking In On Your Aging Loved Ones

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The coronavirus makes things a lot lonelier, especially if you're older and separated from family and friends. In this episode, NPR's Denise Guerra talks with science editor Malaka Gharib about how to check in on older friends and relatives to make sure they're doing alright.

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The coronavirus makes things a lot lonelier, especially if you're older and separated from family and friends. In this episode, NPR's Denise Guerra talks with science editor Malaka Gharib about how to check in on older friends and relatives to make sure they're doing alright.

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Published 2020-11-10

Improving Your Credit Score

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A strong credit score can make major purchases and financial transactions much easier. Here's how to make yours better and keep it high.

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Published 2020-11-09

How Using (Not Hiding) Emotions Can Help Your Career

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Emotions are everywhere, even at work. It might be tempting to hide them — but you can use them to your advantage. (This episode originally ran in December 2019.)

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Emotions are everywhere, even at work. It might be tempting to hide them — but you can use them to your advantage. (This episode originally ran in December 2019.)

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Published 2020-11-05

How To Take Care Of Yourself This Election Season

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2020 has been a lot. In this special episode from NPR's It's Been A Minute, host Sam Sanders talked with therapist Lori Gottlieb about taking care of mental health when everything feels terrible.

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2020 has been a lot. In this special episode from NPR's It's Been A Minute, host Sam Sanders talked with therapist Lori Gottlieb about taking care of mental health when everything feels terrible.

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Published 2020-11-03

Make Journaling Work For You

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There's a lot to think about right now. Journaling might help — and you don't need a fancy notebook or lots of time. Here's where to start.

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Published 2020-11-02

How To Raise Good Citizens

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Now is a good time to talk to the kids in your life about how to engage in civics. Here's a primer from our Life Kit parenting team.

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Published 2020-10-29

Dealing With Your Seasonal Affective Disorder

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It's getting darker and colder, and there's still a pandemic. Oh, and then there's seasonal affective disorder. Here's how to spot it and what you can do.

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It's getting darker and colder, and there's still a pandemic. Oh, and then there's seasonal affective disorder. Here's how to spot it and what you can do.

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Published 2020-10-28

Rights To Remember If Police Stop You

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What should you do if a police officer pulls you over while you're driving, or stops you while you're peacefully protesting?

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What should you do if a police officer pulls you over while you're driving, or stops you while you're peacefully protesting?

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Published 2020-10-27

Coping With Anxiety From Constant Headlines

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Between the endless stream of headlines and the ongoing pandemic, the news can be overwhelming. Here's neuroscientist Judson Brewer's advice on coping and a breathing exercise that can help you stay grounded.

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Published 2020-10-24

Ibram Kendi Reflects On Anti-Racism — And Wants You To Do It Too

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Author and renowned scholar Ibram Kendi's new book asks readers to examine their own relationship with race. NPR's Eric Deggans spoke with him about it.

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Author and renowned scholar Ibram Kendi's new book asks readers to examine their own relationship with race. NPR's Eric Deggans spoke with him about it.

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Published 2020-10-22

FAFSA 2021: Here's How To Apply For College Financial Aid

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The Free Application for Federal Student Aid is now open to potential college students to fill out. Here's how to fill out the form to get money for college — and why you should apply now instead of waiting.

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The Free Application for Federal Student Aid is now open to potential college students to fill out. Here's how to fill out the form to get money for college — and why you should apply now instead of waiting.

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Published 2020-10-20

Making Social Change, With Help From Meditation

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When the world feels upside-down, it might seem counterintuitive to turn inward to create change. But that's exactly what meditation teacher Sharon Salzberg says we should do.

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Published 2020-10-19

Tips For Better Conversations, From A Pro

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Having good conversations is an art form. NPR's Sam Sanders tapped longtime radio host and podcaster Celeste Headlee for her tips for really listening and connecting.

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Published 2020-10-15

Prepping For Election Day: What You Need To Know To Vote Safely

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NPR's Allison Aubrey spoke with Myrna Pérez of the Brennan Center for Justice about how voters can make election day go smoothly — from what they need to bring to keeping others safe.

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Published 2020-10-13

The Life Kit Guide To Online Privacy

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NPR's Laurel Wamsley talked with the experts about how to protect your information — from your text messages to your location — while you're on the phone and computer.

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NPR's Laurel Wamsley talked with the experts about how to protect your information — from your text messages to your location — while you're on the phone and computer.

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Published 2020-10-12

7 tips for coping with uncertainty about the future

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Uncertainty can be hard to live with — especially when it feels never-ending. Three people who have survived tough times and gained perspective share their advice.

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Published 2020-10-08

Eating Healthy Without Overspending

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Minding your budget while eating the foods that nourish you takes a little planning — but it's possible. Dietitian Shana Spence shares her tips to help you shop and keep your fridge stocked without breaking the bank.

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Published 2020-10-06

How To Make A Career Change, From Someone Who Has Done It

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Making a career switch can be daunting — but it's doable. Audio producer Keisha "TK" Dutes breaks down how she made her own switch, and how you can too.

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Making a career switch can be daunting — but it's doable. Audio producer Keisha "TK" Dutes breaks down how she made her own switch, and how you can too.

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Published 2020-10-05

Retirement 101: How to save and why

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If you're just starting out in your career, it's not too early to start saving funds in a retirement account. But you might have questions: How much should you stash away? How often?

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Published 2020-10-01

Vaccines 101: How They Work And Why You Need Them

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Just because you (or your kids) are home all day doesn't mean you can skip your vaccines, including a flu shot. Here's how vaccines work and why they're important this year.

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Just because you (or your kids) are home all day doesn't mean you can skip your vaccines, including a flu shot. Here's how vaccines work and why they're important this year.

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Published 2020-09-29

How to vote in 2024

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It's time to make a plan to vote. NPR's Miles Parks joins Life Kit to guide us through all the ways you can vote this year and how to do each, from registration to Election Day.

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It's time to make a plan to vote. NPR's Miles Parks joins Life Kit to guide us through all the ways you can vote this year and how to do each, from registration to Election Day.

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Published 2020-09-28

Simple Steps To Take Now To Make Your Pandemic Winter Easier

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The sun is going down earlier and temperatures are dropping. We know we're not the only ones getting worried about winter during a pandemic. Rachel Miller of Vice joins Life Kit to talk about ways we can all prepare to make the coming months a little easier.

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The sun is going down earlier and temperatures are dropping. We know we're not the only ones getting worried about winter during a pandemic. Rachel Miller of Vice joins Life Kit to talk about ways we can all prepare to make the coming months a little easier.

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Published 2020-09-24

Do You Love It Or Just Want It? How To Stop Stress-Spending

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We could all stand to stretch our cash a little further right now. Life Kit teamed up with financial expert Tiffany Aliche, also known as the Budgetnista, for tips about how to separate needs from wants, stop stress-spending and save for the future.

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We could all stand to stretch our cash a little further right now. Life Kit teamed up with financial expert Tiffany Aliche, also known as the Budgetnista, for tips about how to separate needs from wants, stop stress-spending and save for the future.

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Published 2020-09-22

Saying No To People-Pleasing

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Constantly saying 'yes' to everything and everyone drains us of time and energy. This episode helps explain the roots of people-pleasing behaviors and how you can say 'no' more often.

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Constantly saying 'yes' to everything and everyone drains us of time and energy. This episode helps explain the roots of people-pleasing behaviors and how you can say 'no' more often.

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Published 2020-09-21

Lift Your Head And Lower Your Arms: A Better Work From Home Setup

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Is working from home causing all sorts of aches and pains? An ergonomics expert talked us through how to avoid the most common home setup pitfalls.

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Published 2020-09-17

How To Survive at Work as a Person of Color

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Changing workplace culture isn't the job of marginalized employees. But knowing how to manage your boss or document your daily work can help employees of color — even if it just shows you when you've had enough.

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Changing workplace culture isn't the job of marginalized employees. But knowing how to manage your boss or document your daily work can help employees of color — even if it just shows you when you've had enough.

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Published 2020-09-15

Make A Wildfire Plan Before You Smell Smoke

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Wildfires are raging in California and the Pacific Northwest. Here's how to prepare for a wildfire and what to do if one is approaching.

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Wildfires are raging in California and the Pacific Northwest. Here's how to prepare for a wildfire and what to do if one is approaching.

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Published 2020-09-14

Making Online College Work For You

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If you (or your kids) are in college, there's a good chance you're going through online classes this semester — maybe for the first time. Learning remotely can be tough, but staying organized and maintaining social connections can help.

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Published 2020-09-10

What To Know If You Can't Make Rent

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If you're unable to pay rent, you're not alone. Here's what to know.

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Published 2020-09-08

A Simple Equation to Help Kids Love Math

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Math anxiety is real for kids and adults. But parents can help. The solution goes beyond equations and textbooks.

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Published 2020-09-07

Workplace Diversity: Steps for Leaders and Managers

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You might've heard the phrase "workplace diversity" in recent months. If you're a leader in your workplace — especially if you're white — this episode is for you. Here are some actionable steps to take to make your organization more equitable and inclusive.

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You might've heard the phrase "workplace diversity" in recent months. If you're a leader in your workplace — especially if you're white — this episode is for you. Here are some actionable steps to take to make your organization more equitable and inclusive.

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Published 2020-09-03

Mentorship: A Career Game-Changer

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A strong mentor can change your career and help you outside of work. In this episode, we'll give you tips on finding the right mentor to help you achieve your goals.

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A strong mentor can change your career and help you outside of work. In this episode, we'll give you tips on finding the right mentor to help you achieve your goals.

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Published 2020-09-01

Study Strategies That Keep You From Getting Overwhelmed

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No one teaches you how to study. Laptop or paper notes? Highlighter or flashcards? And does music help? Here's how to take better notes and study so that you remember what you've learned — without getting crushed by college stress.

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Published 2020-08-31

How To Win An Argument: Brainstorm Instead

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It's normal to avoid conflict. This episode gives you tools for turning what could be a heated argument into a constructive brainstorming session — so both parties feel like they are working together instead of against each other.

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Published 2020-08-27

Life Kit Talks LDRs: All About Long-Distance Relationships

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Maybe you're trying to make it work with a partner in another state. Or maybe your best friend lives across the country. Long–distance relationships are tough, whether they're romantic or not. In this episode, a marriage and family therapist offers advice.

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Maybe you're trying to make it work with a partner in another state. Or maybe your best friend lives across the country. Long–distance relationships are tough, whether they're romantic or not. In this episode, a marriage and family therapist offers advice.

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Published 2020-08-25

Steps You Can Take to be Anti-Racist

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Even white supremacists don't like to be called racist. That's why, NPR's Eric Deggans says, "not racist" doesn't feel like quite enough. In this episode, he walks us through steps to being anti-racist — in other words, ways you can continually strive to undo racism in your world and within yourself.

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Even white supremacists don't like to be called racist. That's why, NPR's Eric Deggans says, "not racist" doesn't feel like quite enough. In this episode, he walks us through steps to being anti-racist — in other words, ways you can continually strive to undo racism in your world and within yourself.

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Published 2020-08-24

It's Hurricane Season. Here's How To Prepare To Evacuate

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The window of time people have to prepare for a hurricane is shortening. These 5 actions can protect you and your family if disaster strikes — and help you bounce back more quickly.

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The window of time people have to prepare for a hurricane is shortening. These 5 actions can protect you and your family if disaster strikes — and help you bounce back more quickly.

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Published 2020-08-21

Simple Steps to Smarter Investing, Even During COVID-19

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When COVID-19 began, the stock market fell off a cliff — leaving less experienced investors wondering, "should I sell to stop the pain!?" The answer, as it always is, was "NO!" The market has now come roaring back, and analysts are wondering, "Can it last, and should people sell stocks?" In this episode we talk to one of the best investors on the planet about the most successful approach to riding out stock market storms and beyond.

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When COVID-19 began, the stock market fell off a cliff — leaving less experienced investors wondering, "should I sell to stop the pain!?" The answer, as it always is, was "NO!" The market has now come roaring back, and analysts are wondering, "Can it last, and should people sell stocks?" In this episode we talk to one of the best investors on the planet about the most successful approach to riding out stock market storms and beyond.

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Published 2020-08-20

Braving Your Student Loan Payments

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The student loan system is confusing. Sometimes it can seem designed to make borrowers fail. But if you know how to navigate it, you're more likely to save money in the long run.

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The student loan system is confusing. Sometimes it can seem designed to make borrowers fail. But if you know how to navigate it, you're more likely to save money in the long run.

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Published 2020-08-19

It's A Good Time To Save More. Here's How

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If you're not good at saving money, it's not your fault: Humans are hard-wired to focus on the present. But there's a way to beat evolution and build for your future. This episode explains how to make saving automatic and painless.

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If you're not good at saving money, it's not your fault: Humans are hard-wired to focus on the present. But there's a way to beat evolution and build for your future. This episode explains how to make saving automatic and painless.

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Published 2020-08-18

Your Plan To Become Debt-Free

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It's easy to get into debt, but harder to get out of it — especially if you don't have a plan. This episode offers strategies to help you pay off debt.

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It's easy to get into debt, but harder to get out of it — especially if you don't have a plan. This episode offers strategies to help you pay off debt.

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Published 2020-08-18

Your Plan To Become Debt-Free

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It's easy to get into debt, but harder to get out of it — especially if you don't have a plan. This episode offers strategies to help you pay off debt.

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Published 2020-08-17

Budgeting basics to get you more money

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Whether you're paying down credit cards or saving for daily necessities, the best place to start is with a budget. Some simple tools can help.

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Published 2020-08-17

Budgeting Basics To Get You More Money

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Whether you're paying down credit cards or saving for daily necessities during COVID-19, the best place to start is with a budget. Some simple tools can help.

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Published 2020-08-13

How To Make Sure Your Child Learns This School Year

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Families with children are in a serious bind. Whether you're looking for options for child care or need resources to keep your kid entertained, this episode will walk through some ideas to think about for this school year.

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