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Why you should give more pep talks

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You hold a very big power: The ability to give a tiny pep talk.⁠

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 ⁠

Now get out there and hype up your friends. ⁠

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Josh LindenPaula SkaggsNPR's Life Kit

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