From NPR.

You hold a very big power: The ability to give a tiny pep talk.⁠
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Writers and comedians Josh Linden and Paula Skaggs share four ingredients for a great pep talk with NPR’s Life Kit:⁠

– Be specific⁠
– Pep talks aren’t just for big moments⁠
– Advice isn’t necessary ⁠
– Keep it simple ⁠
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Now get out there and hype up your friends. ⁠