Andee Tagle
Stories
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New parents, no time or energy for sex? Here's how to keep the romance alive
Between 3 a.m. feedings and hormonal changes, it can be hard for couples to get in the mood after baby arrives. But that doesn't mean you can't show love and desire in other creative, playful ways.
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Life Kit: Tips for managing joint bank accounts
Should you merge your finances with your significant other? Keep them separate? Or something in between? NPR's Life Kit breaks down different ways to handle finances with your partner.
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Ready to combine finances with your partner? You have options
First comes love ... then comes money management discussions? Financial therapist Lindsay Bryan-Podvin discusses three common approaches that couples use to merge their money.
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Forgot where you put the keys? Experts (and a trivia buff) share tips to boost memory
"With practice, absolutely everyone can make their memory stronger," says Monica Thieu, a memory researcher and a four-time Jeopardy! contestant. Techniques to get you started.
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Dear Life Kit: I'm ashamed that I still dream about my middle school crush
Plus: How to deal with a new partner who's attractive ... but messy.
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COMIC: How to have a healthy relationship with guilt
Exercises to help you cope with negative feelings around guilt (like shame or embarrassment) — and motivate better behavior in the future.
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Life Kit: How to minimize eye strain in a world of screens
Digital eye strain is on the rise. NPR's Life Kit has tips for keeping your eyes healthy in a world of screens.
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The secret to waking up from a nap feeling refreshed (and not groggy)
A good siesta can offer significant mental and physical health benefits. Here's how to take a nap that won't affect your nighttime sleep — and will leave you feeling energized.
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The secret to lasting love might just be knowing how to fight
If you love someone, learn to fight with them. Life Kit speaks with two psychologists to explain how to navigate fights with loved ones.
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4 habits of highly effective communicators
Called 'supercommunicators,' these people have the exceptional ability of creating authentic connections with others — just by listening and talking.
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