Podcast Episodes

How "parts" therapy can help you heal

Episode 870

Internal Family Systems, a type of therapy, encourages an examination of the different "parts" of your self. Listening to and learning from the voices within can help us manage stress and get through…

Published on 1 year, 2 months ago

How to talk to your aging parents about their finances

Episode 869

There comes a time when it's the kid's turn to take care of mom and dad. Here's how to broach this sensitive subject with your parents.

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Published on 1 year, 2 months ago

What to do when your house floods

The biggest threat in a hurricane isn't the wind, it's the water. And Atlantic hurricane season isn't over yet. NPR climate correspondent Michael Copley walks through your to-do list after a big floo…

Published on 1 year, 2 months ago

How to deal with climate anxiety

It's hard to stay motivated in the face of threats like climate change — especially when it feels like you're the only one who cares. But a new course from the University of California aims to help s…

Published on 1 year, 2 months ago

How to refinance your mortgage

Mortgage rates have dropped significantly in recent months, and that means one thing for those who bought a home in the last couple years: It might be time to refinance. You might save hundreds of do…

Published on 1 year, 2 months ago

Personal style when your body changes

It's important to feel good in your clothes. But when your body goes through big changes — say, you've just had a baby or are recovering from an illness, it can be hard to dress up in the morning. Th…

Published on 1 year, 2 months ago

Stress-busting skills to try in everyday life

Are you feeling overwhelmed by your to-do list? Going through something really tough? Stress is a part of life — but we can learn to manage it. NPR health correspondent Allison Aubrey shares evidence…

Published on 1 year, 2 months ago

I ditched plastic for a week. Here's what I learned

Plastic isn't great for your health or the planet. Here's what NPR's Claire Murashima learned from avoiding single-use plastics for a week.

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Published on 1 year, 3 months ago

How to talk to your loved ones about misinformation

Episode 863

Misinformation and disinformation undermine democracy by making it hard for people to make informed choices. It's also used to divide communities, scapegoat vulnerable populations and erode trust. Re…

Published on 1 year, 3 months ago

Your kid is having a tantrum in public. Now what?

Meltdowns, refusing to share, hitting other kids. Every child has bad behavior sometimes. At home, it's easier to deal with. But what about in public? Psychologist Celina Benavides explains what to d…

Published on 1 year, 3 months ago