Andee Tagle
Stories
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Dear Life Kit: I'm not sure about her sexuality. Should I try to kiss her anyway?
An NPR listener writes: "We've briefly discussed sexuality, but I have no idea how fluid she may be, if at all. " Plus: A woman wants to marry her partner, but his family constantly belittles her. Is the relationship doomed?
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How your awkwardness can be your strength
Cringing at the time you gave a speech with spinach in your teeth, or accidentally liked an ex's picture on social media? Awkward moments have a tendency to haunt us – even ones from decades ago. Life Kit reporter Andee Tagle breaks down why we get so embarrassed about the things we do and how we can experience those feelings a little less.
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What to know before you click 'Buy now, pay later' at checkout
Buy-now-pay-later offers are multiplying online. The form of credit has advantages but can also tempt people to spend more than they should.
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Dear Life Kit: My friend texts me way too much. How do I get her to stop?
An NPR listener says her friend pings her morning, noon and night, even if she doesn't respond. She'd like to say something, but she's afraid it will hurt her friend's feelings.
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Dear Life Kit: My friend kissed me and I liked it. Now he wants to take it back!
Plus: how to deal with an awful brother-in-law, what to do with a box of mementos you shared with your ex and how to tell a bestie you don't want to go on a couples trip.
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Dear Life Kit: My daughter was left out of the holiday newsletter — again!
A mother wonders why her father-in-law keeps neglecting to mention his daughter in his annual newsletter to family. It includes updates on the other grandchildren. Why not her?
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Beer before liquor? Busting 6 popular myths about hangovers
People have a lot of opinions about how to cure a hangover. Are any of them true? Medical experts dispel common misconceptions about the effects of drinking too much alcohol.
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Life Kit has tips to salvage your day after a bad night's sleep
Didn't get your full eight hours of sleep last night? NPR's Life Kit has tips to recover.
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Dear Life Kit: My mom is marrying her partner of 10 years. I've never met him
When my sister and I asked about the wedding, she said she only invited her sister and brother-in-law to be witnesses. This absolutely floored us and left us feeling abandoned and shocked.
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Is it OK to keep reheating leftovers? Honest questions about food safety, illustrated
How real is the five-second rule? Am I going to get explosive diarrhea if I keep reheating the same leftovers? A refresher course on food safety ahead of the holiday season.
