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They Tried to Break Me, So I Proved Them Wrong (Kyle's Zhang's Story of Resilience)

Author
Marissa Campbell
Published
Thu 18 Sep 2025
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What happens when the world tries to break you? Kyle’s story is proof that resilience wins. From being stripped of his name and called a “rat” during Hell Week at Virginia Military Institute, to becoming a PT King, to turning down corporate offers after a Microsoft layoff, he refused to be boxed in. In this conversation with Marissa Campbell, Kyle shares how he broke stereotypes, pushed past limits, and chose himself. If you’ve ever faced doubt, labels, or setbacks, this story will inspire you to prove them wrong.

Kyle is an entrepreneur, tech product manager, fitness influencer, and bodybuilder. He's also exploring creative paths as an aspiring actor and singer. He wears many hats and believes we all have more potential than we think, if we’re brave enough to try.

Disclaimer: The stories shared in this episode are the personal experiences and perspectives of the guest. They do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of Art of Heart or its host.

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Remember, you don’t need to have it all figured out, you just have to be willing to listen to your heart.

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