I've written a lot of stories about bullying – too many, actually. Everyday, I am reminded of how cold people can be to one another. Unfortunately, teenagers seem to be the worst when it comes to kindness and compassion.
However, this story about a teen being bullied is not quite like the others.
The next time you think about judging someone based on what they wear or how they look – remember these new friends.
Yaovi Mawuli, a high school student from Greensboro, North Carolina, saw his classmate was being harassed because of what he was wearing. It's significant to note that Mawuli was not a good friend of the boy being taunted, but when he saw another kid in his French class making fun of the condition of the boy's shoes, he felt compelled to do something so powerful that it's gone viral!
Please SHARE Yaovi Mawuli's powerful reaction with all of your friends!! We need more young men like this in the world.
Mawuli shared the incident with a sneaker Facebook group and asked for some advice:
“I spotted a kid in my french class earlier today at school with these on only because this other guy was making fun of him, so I’m planning to give him a pair of Concord lows. Now my question is how do I present it to him without him feeling like I feel sorry for him? I’m just trying to help a brother out.”
Jordan XI Concord sneakers are the diamonds of the sneaker world. (I had no idea what they were either!) Most teens worry about how they can get their hands on a coveted pair for themselves – Mawuli was worried about how to give his away.
If this story of selfless generosity doesn't put you in the holiday spirit, I don't know what will!!
