Today (Feb 10.) while I was standing in my train packed with the rest of the 6pm rush hour, a young man who had been sitting just two people away from me tapped my arm and showed me his phone. He wrote, "Just know that whatever you are going through today, you are going to be okay. Please just keep swimming :)" He offered me his hand and a smile before he transferred off.
When I read his words I immediately broke down and started crying on the spot. I didn't realize what a hard time I had been having nor did I realize that it must have been written all over my face. And it shook me to have a complete stranger who only sat next to me for 20 minutes point it out to me. I don't think I've ever felt that visible or that vulnerable in my life, and it scared me...
I felt the need to share this because, we don't always realize how our words can affect another person's feelings. And how our actions can make or break a person's day. Words are a powerful thing. In a few weeks time, I can't say that I will remember that young man's face, but I will definitely remember his words.
To that young man, I only wish I could have told you what your words meant to me and how much I appreciated them. And to the people standing closest to me who offered their open arms and their hands, thank you. You honestly made my day that much better.