When Los Angeles Chargers defensive tackle and philanthropist Corey Liuget heard about the horrific shooting that claimed the lives of 17 students and teachers at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School on February 14, he knew he wanted to do something to help.
Liuget was particularly moved that football coach Aaron Feis threw himself in front of bullets to shield students, sacrificing his own life in the process, so the Miami native created the Coach Aaron Feis Scholarship Fund in his honor with a special announcement and visit to the school on March 6.
“Not all of us would jump in front of bullets to save others,” he said. “I learned he lived his life by putting others first and himself second. That’s an important lesson for all of us. I have to applaud him and felt I had to do something in memory of him.”
Feis, who had worked at Stoneman Douglas for eight years as a security guard and assistant coach, was a graduate of the school and a passionate advocate for the students, reportedly lending a shoulder to lean on and an ear to listen whenever needed.
“I know Aaron personally. I coached with him. My two boys played for him,” Broward County Sheriff Scott Israel told reporters at a news conference following the shooting. “The kids in this community loved him. They adored him.”
The scholarship will be awarded to a deserving graduating member of the football team who exhibits the traits Coach Feis valued, such as a strong work ethic, character, generosity, and a GPA of at least 2.5. Liuget started the scholarship fund off with a $10,000 donation and has also created a GoFundMe page where others can add to it to show their support for the victims and survivors.
Wearing their “Faith, Football, Family” Stoneman Douglas T-shirts, the football team joined Liuget on the field for a workout. He encouraged them to continue to show kindness to one another in the weeks and months ahead. “I’m here to talk to you guys about football and also about life,” Liuget told them. “Keep true to each other. Keep your energy positive.”
For Liuget, football was a positive influence in his own life growing up. He says it’s what helped him learn discipline, and also what helped him overcome adversity. Having lost his father when he was just 4 years old, Liuget is no stranger to coping with the grief of losing a loved one. But he was struck by the strength of spirit the players showed at Stoneman Douglas, echoing the eloquence of their classmates who have organized the March 24 March for Our Lives to protest gun violence.
“The kids expressed that they were looking forward to going to college and making the best of their lives by carrying on the legacy of Coach Feis,” Liuget says. “Most importantly, they are going to be OK.”
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This response to someone grieving a friend might be the best internet comment ever
When someone is hit with the sudden loss of a friend or loved one, words rarely feel like enough. Yet, more than a decade ago, a wise Redditor named GSnow shared thoughts so profound they still bring comfort to grieving hearts today.
Originally posted around 2011, the now-famous reply was rediscovered when Upvoted, an official Reddit publication, featured it again to remind everyone of its enduring truth. It began as a simple plea for help: “My friend just died. I don't know what to do.”
What followed was a piece of writing that many consider one of the internet’s best comments of all time. It remains shared across social media, grief forums, and personal messages to this day because its honesty and metaphor speak to the raw reality of loss and the slow, irregular path toward healing.
Below is GSnow’s full reply, unchanged, in all its gentle, wave-crashing beauty:
Why this advice still matters
Mental health professionals and grief counselors often describe bereavement in stages or phases, but GSnow’s “wave theory” gives an image more relatable for many. Rather than a linear process, grief surges and retreats—sometimes triggered by a song, a place, or a simple morning cup of coffee.
In recent years, this metaphor has found renewed relevance. Communities on Reddit, TikTok, and grief support groups frequently reshare it to help explain the unpredictable nature of mourning.
Many readers say this analogy helps them feel less alone, giving them permission to ride each wave of grief rather than fight it.
Finding comfort in shared wisdom
Since this comment first surfaced, countless people have posted their own stories underneath it, thanking GSnow and passing the words to others facing fresh heartbreak. It’s proof that sometimes, the internet can feel like a global support group—strangers linked by shared loss and hope.
For those searching for more support today, organizations like The Dougy Center, GriefShare, and local bereavement groups offer compassionate resources. If you or someone you know is struggling with intense grief, please reach out to mental health professionals who can help navigate these deep waters.
When grief comes crashing like the ocean, remember these words—and hang on. There is life between the waves.
This article originally appeared four years ago.