A barber’s gentle approach to a young man with autism touches hearts. The man went at a pace that was comfortable and to the young man’s liking, never pushing him any further than he wanted to go. Watch the short but heartwarming clip to see what the barber did that will have you brushing away tears from your eyes.
The world is often a scary, sad and cruel place. Have a glance at the evening news or spend five minutes on any popular social media platform, and you’ll quickly come to the same conclusion. Sadly, people have the ability to inflict immeasurable pain and suffering upon one another.
Undoubtedly, love, kindness and patience are in short supply today. Many people say they desire to improve the world and make it a better place, so why don’t they? Why not start by being kinder, more loving and patient with those in our spheres of influence? That is precisely what one barber did in a clip posted on YouTube.
The clip begins with the barber approaching the young man, Kyson. From his initial reaction, it’s clear that this is an entirely new experience for him, and he’s terrified. However, the barber remains calm, cool and understanding throughout the process.
The barber talks to the young man the whole time, trying to understand what makes him so afraid and uneasy. Anytime something arises that upsets Kyson, the barber slows things down and patiently reassures him.
Eventually, the little guy feels comfortable enough to hop into the chair and is coaxed into getting his haircut. While cutting the young man’s hair, the barber starts conversing with him, asking if they are now friends.
Later, the clip shows Kyson’s second visit to the barbershop, during which the barber demonstrates the same level of kindness, love and patience.
“That’s the gift when you’re like, when you see him transition from being terrified to just trusting, you know?” the kind and understanding barber says.
Ephesians 4:32 “And be kind to one another, full of pity, having forgiveness for one another, even as God in Christ had forgiveness for you.”