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Police Officer Goes the Extra Mile to Comfort a Little Boy Having a Tough Day
In a heartwarming display of empathy, an Indiana police officer recently showed how a little compassion can make a world of difference. During a “high-five rally” at Indianapolis Public School 88, organized by her pastor, Officer Jamie Smith was busy spreading joy when she spotted a little boy clearly in distress.
As she high-fived students, Officer Smith noticed the young lad sprawled out on the floor, visibly upset. His mother stood nearby, observing him as he expressed his feelings in the most relatable way—by simply collapsing. We’ve all had days where we just want to flop down and let it all out, right?
Instead of offering the usual eye rolls or unsolicited advice—because we all know how annoying that can be—Officer Smith decided to take a different approach. “I got down on the floor to his level,” she shared in a social media post. “He started to cry, so I wiped his tears and reassured him that everything would be okay.”
That’s right, folks! This is what practicing empathy looks like. As adults, we often crave that same kind of understanding, so why should we deny our kids the same courtesy? “Children have bad days just like we do,” Officer Smith added. “They deserve a moment to pull themselves together.”
Though Officer Smith never found out what specifically upset the little guy, his mother expressed her gratitude multiple times. After a comforting chat, they even shared a hug before heading to class.
“I think we forget that kids are people too,” Smith told a news outlet. “They’re not little robots meant to follow rules without feeling.” Amen to that! We all experience tough moments, and sometimes all we need is someone to meet us where we are, look us in the eye, and say, “You’ll get through this.”
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In summary, the heartfelt actions of Officer Smith remind us all of the importance of empathy, especially toward our children. Sometimes, all it takes is a little understanding to help someone get back on their feet.