Frequently asked questions

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What is a Kinship session?

A Kinship session is a structured yet intimate gathering where people dive into deep, judgment-free and open-hearted conversations to experience new perspectives, give & receive support and grow together.

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It kicks off with a thought-provoking talk from someone relatable, setting the stage for genuine dialogue. Then, in small groups, you’ll chat, share, and connect with others in a safe, supportive environment - guided by a trained facilitator.

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It's a science-backed, community-centered way to experience growth & connection - and it actually works. Interested? You’ve got nothing to lose. Try Kinship – your first two weeks are on us!

What kinds of topics are discussed in a Kinship session?

That's like asking what might come up in any human conversation! Kinship conversations are as varied as the people that participate.

Each experience is different, based on who is in your small group, how you're feeling that day, how deep the group wants to go, and the content of the opening talk.

Most conversations span multiple topics, though can be overarchingly summarized as: personal growth, emotional well-being, relationships, and purpose.

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Past sessions have covered topics like:

Stress, anxiety, depression, and growth or coping techniques.
Self-improvement, goal-setting, and realizing your potential.
Awareness, compassion, empathy, and acceptance.
Navigating all sorts of relationships: family, friendships, professional
Healing from heartbreak, caregiving, grief, and loss.
Building resilience and overcoming adversity.
Self-validation, authenticity, vulnerability, and (re)discovering your identity.
Major life changes: career shifts, moving, marriage, or parenthood.
Finding purpose: personal values, finding meaning in life, and living your truth.
Exploring spiritual beliefs, practices, and their role in your personal well-being.

Why does Kinship work and how do I benefit from it?

Kinship is rooted in science, providing real support when we’re faced with challenges, transformations, and everything in-between. Here are a few of the facts that support our approach:

Research shows that when we put our feelings into words, we reduce activity in the amygdala – the part of the brain that controls fear and anxiety.¹
Stronger social connections lead to a 50% increased chance of longevity.²
Compassionate conversations lead to reintegration of neural systems involved in stress and encourage new growth, improved connectivity, and a better blood supply to neurons.³

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By using Kinship, you make new, deeper connections, receive support processing life's challenges and experience new perspectives and personal growth. It's connection, growth, support and wellbeing rolled into one!

Why does Kinship charge a membership fee?

Creating meaningful connections and supporting deep conversations requires a dedicated team, expert speakers, skilled facilitators, custom content and advanced technology to match you with your people and ensure your safety.

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Everything has a cost, whether it’s donations at your place of worship or social media profiting from your data. We want to keep Kinship as transparent and accessible as possible so we provide a low-cost pricing model with membership options for unlimited access at $38/month or weekly sessions at $20/month, and the opportunity to cancel anytime. Best of all, you get 2 weeks completely free to check it out and see if Kinship is for you!

Is Kinship a therapy platform?

No. Kinship does not offer professional mental health support, although it is beneficial to your emotional and mental health - members experience an average 30% lift in mood after each session!

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Kinship is a community platform for deep, authentic conversations and genuine connections. While we partner with therapists, coaches and other professionals to support our content and methodology, Kinship sessions are not led by clinical psychologists, psychotherapists, counselors, or other mental health professionals.

Kinship is currently in beta. What does that mean?

In short, Kinship being in beta phase means that it’s not the full or complete experience that we intend once we fully launch later this year. That said, it is a really exciting opportunity for you to get involved and be an influential part in helping us build this world-changing experience. Here's what we mean:

Early Member Discount: As a token of appreciation for your early involvement and feedback, we're offering beta access at a significantly reduced cost.

Influence Development: This is a unique chance to directly influence the development of Kinship. Your feedback, suggestions, and usage patterns will actively shape the final product, making you a true co-creator in the journey.

Access to New Features: Experience the latest functionalities of Kinship before anyone else. As a beta user, you'll be the first to explore new features and innovations as they’re built and released. While there may be occasional bugs or instabilities, your patience and feedback help us create a more robust and user-friendly final product.

Exclusive Community and Support: Join a community of like-minded individuals who are passionate about shaping the future of Kinship and engaging in compassionate conversation.

Continuous Improvement: We are committed to regularly updating and improving the Kinship experience during the beta phase, ensuring that you always have access to the most advanced and reliable version of our service.

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Your participation in the Kinship beta is not just about early access and savings; it's about being an integral part of a community that is shaping the future of our service. Welcome to the movement toward reconnection.

How do I know this is a ‘safe’ experience?

We take the safety and privacy of our users very seriously. Kinship sessions are not recorded, and only first names are displayed publicly. Community guidelines are in place to maintain a welcoming space of non-judgment for you to come, relax, and just be yourself. We remove anyone who repeatedly violates our Community guidelines and we have expert facilitators in place to maintain the safety of the small groups.

Why does Kinship exist?

As a society and as individuals, we’ve never felt so lonely and detached. We’ve traded depth of connection for superficiality: follower counts, blue check marks, and surface-level chats, and it's resulted in a Loneliness Epidemic that is impacting the mental, physical and emotional health and wellbeing of our country.

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It’s a basic human need to feel connected – to others and ourselves. But, it’s only in community that we share and hear stories that reveal our shared human experience. It helps us to know that we’re never truly facing or feeling anything alone.

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That’s why we started Kinship - we hope you'll join us on the journey.

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