Young adults today live in a world transformed by technology, shifting values, and new platforms for self-expression. Compared to their parents and grandparents, the ways they voice their wants, needs, and desires have evolved significantly. Here are seven key differences: 1. Digital Storytelling over Face-to-Face Confession Instead of heart-to-hearts over coffee or long handwritten letters, today’s young adults often turn to Instagram stories, YouTube vlogs, or TikTok videos to share personal milestones, struggles, and dreams—publicly and creatively. Our younger granddaughter is a youtuber with over 100,000 subscribers. Grandpa and I were initially (mildly) shocked by some of her topics (i.e., bodily functions) and impressed by her ability to express her spiritual convictions so clearly and joyfully. We are among her biggest fans but refrain from writing comments that might lower the trust of her adolescent readers who pour out their hearts to her. 2. Therapy Talk is Normalized Young...
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