Everyone Stepped Away From the Biker on the Subway Until Compassion Changed the Car

private concerns, private hopes, and private losses.

Occasionally, however, someone’s burden becomes visible.

When that happens, people are often uncertain how to respond.

Some looked away.

Some pretended not to notice.

Others seemed uncomfortable in the presence of such open sadness.

Grief has a way of reminding us of our own vulnerabilities.

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