Plural of encouragement; things said or done that give someone confidence, hope, or support.
From 'encourage' (Old French 'encourager', en- + courage, heart/bravery) + '-ment' (result of action). The plural '-s' indicates multiple instances of support or motivation.
Research shows that encouragements actually rewire young brains—positive feedback doesn't just feel good, it literally changes neural pathways and builds confidence at a biological level!
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