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In this episode of Kyle Talks, we dive into a powerful truth about connection in a divided world: people often judge us by labels; political, religious, etc. before they  know us. But what if kindness and genuine curiosity can break through those walls?

Episode Topic Starts @ 15:49

Kyle shares personal stories and explores how leading with respect and humility, rather than identity or ideology, can open doors to meaningful conversations. We look at why young adults today are craving authentic connection more than ever, and why kindness is not weakness but a radical form of strength.

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Resources & Further Reading:

• Millennials and Gen Z Views on Christianity
  Barna Group reports that many young adults associate Christianity more with judgment than love:
  https://www.barna.com/research/generations-and-faith/

• Stress and Social Interaction Among Young Adults
  The American Psychological Association highlights the increase in anger and communication struggles among young people:
  https://www.apa.org/news/press/releases/stress/2023/sia-2023-social-media

• The Science of Kindness and Connection
  Research from The Journal of Positive Psychology shows how acts of kindness improve meaning and connection even amid disagreement:
  https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/17439760.2023.2162367

• Political Division and Dialogue Barriers
  Axios reports on how deeply divided Americans, especially under 30, feel conversations have become impossible:
  https://www.axios.com/political-polarization-young-adults-2023.html

• Reducing Ideological Distrust Through Connection
  Harvard research finds interpersonal connection lowers ideological distrust significantly:
  https://projects.iq.harvard.edu/polarization

• Religious Disaffiliation Among Young Adults
  Pew Research explores why many under 30 are leaving organized religion but remain spiritually curious:
  https://www.pewforum.org/2021/05/12/religious-disaffiliation-rises-among-young-adults/

• Warmth vs. Competence in Building Trust
  Classic psychology research on why warmth (kindness) is key to influence and trust-building:
  https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/0146167204271325

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