Andee Tagle
Stories
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Want to be a better houseguest? Life Kit has tips for that.
Visiting friends and family this summer? NPR's Life Kit has tips for being the best type of houseguest.
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Why good houseguests don't actually 'make themselves at home'
Etiquette expert Elaine Swann tackles tricky questions about staying at a loved one's place. Is it OK to borrow their car? Extend your stay? Show up empty-handed? Advice on how to be a star guest.
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If compliments make you feel super awkward, this comic is for you
When someone says something nice about us, it can make us feel awkward and uncomfortable. Researchers explain the science behind those emotions — and make the case for accepting genuine praise.
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Dear Life Kit: My friend says ugly things about her body and it makes me anxious
Body-acceptance advocate Katie Sturino and Ronald Young Jr., host of the podcast Weight for It, answer listener questions about body image, weight loss drugs and bullying.
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To ward off pesky mosquitoes this summer, use the three D's — drain, dress, defend
We look at the best ways to prevent mosquito bites and how small steps can make a big difference during mosquito season.
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Want to make yourself less appealing to mosquitoes? Our quiz has surprising ideas
Level up your knowledge of mosquito bite prevention with our quiz. It's full of surprising, science-backed tactics that may save you from getting eaten alive this summer.
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COMIC: Don't panic! 6 strategies to keep you calm in a crisis
In dire situations, stress can make us panic and impair our ability to make lifesaving decisions. Emergency response professionals share the tactics they use to stay cool and collected on the job.
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A surprising trick to making hard choices: Try thinking less
The tactic may seem counterintuitive, but it can help you make tough decisions faster and with more confidence, says decision coach Nell Wulfhart.
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Worried about disaster preparedness? Life Kit has tips on how to start a 'go bag'
As climate emergencies like wildfires and hurricanes become more prevalent, it's important to have essentials like food and medicine on hand and ready to go in case you need to evacuate.
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How to get over a bad night's sleep
Didn't get your full eight hours of sleep last night? NPR's Life Kit has tips to recover in the aftermath of a bad night's sleep.
