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Video Of Boy With Down’s Syndrome Comforting Classmate With Autism Goes Viral For The Right Reasons
We, adults, often forget of so many things we can learn from children. One of those things, that often comes so naturally to them, is being kind and empathetic. Kids just can’t look away when they see someone in pain and do their best to cheer them up. Recently a video went viral showing an elementary school-aged boy, who happens to have Down’s syndrome, consoling his classmate with autism, which reminded us how easy it is to be kind to one another.
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In the video captured by a teacher at a school in Mexico, you can see a young boy coming up to his crying classmate and wiping off his tears. The big-hearted boy then continues to soothe his friend with a big hug while stroking his hair.
By the end of the video, the autistic boy seems to still be a little upset, but much calmer at his classmate’s presence.
The video already has more than 19 million views and was shared across many social media platforms.
People just couldn’t stop sharing and commenting under the video, after feeling touched by the affectionate moment. This act of kindness especially resonated with those who have special needs kids, as, according to them, it shows something they see every day.
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Here’s how people reacted to the heartwarming video
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Gabby 5 years ago
I once got lost going to the main branch of my city's libraries to get my volunteer ID badge. I happened across a man with Down Syndrome who was wearing a library ID badge. I politely called for his attention and explained my situation and asked for directions. He got so happy and bounced up and down as he gave me EXTREMELY DETAILED directions. I still got lost a bit because he was giving me directions the way he remembered it and it was a bit odd. He was telling me how many steps I should take before turning and which stores I'll be standing in front of so I know I turned onto the right street. But I made it because of his kindness and patience in helping me. It was one od the most wholesome conversations I had and still is.
Cristina S. 5 years ago (edited)
For a time, I worked with kids who were on the Autism Spectrum and were diagnosed with varying degrees of mental retardation. They were some of the kindest, funniest, most thoughtful people I had ever met. I love articles like these, they make my heart happy. 💗
Gabby 5 years ago
I once got lost going to the main branch of my city's libraries to get my volunteer ID badge. I happened across a man with Down Syndrome who was wearing a library ID badge. I politely called for his attention and explained my situation and asked for directions. He got so happy and bounced up and down as he gave me EXTREMELY DETAILED directions. I still got lost a bit because he was giving me directions the way he remembered it and it was a bit odd. He was telling me how many steps I should take before turning and which stores I'll be standing in front of so I know I turned onto the right street. But I made it because of his kindness and patience in helping me. It was one od the most wholesome conversations I had and still is.
Cristina S. 5 years ago (edited)
For a time, I worked with kids who were on the Autism Spectrum and were diagnosed with varying degrees of mental retardation. They were some of the kindest, funniest, most thoughtful people I had ever met. I love articles like these, they make my heart happy. 💗
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