Love Yourself
In yet another unexpected turn, James Fridman received a touching request from a girl who sought his help to “make her look normal” in her homecoming picture. She explained that she had Muscular Dystrophy, which prevented her from straightening her arms. Rather than resorting to humor or fulfilling her request, James responded with a heartwarming and thoughtful message.
In his response, James chose not to alter her picture and instead shared a poignant message. He assured her that there was no universal definition of “normal” and encouraged her not to conform to society’s rigid expectations. He urged her to recognize and cherish all the positive qualities and uniqueness that make her special. It was a profoundly beautiful message, demonstrating empathy and compassion from an unexpected source.