LeBron James worries about what might happen should his son have an encounter with police officers.
In a press conference on Monday, the reigning NBA champion defended athletes’ decisions to protest police brutality during the national anthem. He also told reporters he was afraid of how police officers might treat his 11-year-old son. “If my son calls me and says he’s been pulled over,” James said, “I’m not that confident that things are going to go well and my son is going to return home.”
James was taking questions at the Cleveland Cavaliers’ preseason media day. Amidst reflection on the team’s past season and preparation for the next, the four-time MVP was asked his opinion on national anthem protests by athletes like Colin Kaepernick. James said he plans to stand for the anthem, but deeply respects Kaepernick’s peaceful courage.
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“You have the right to voice your opinion, stand for your opinion, and he’s doing it in the most peaceful way I’ve seen someone do something,” James said. “What I do not like about the situation is the negative attention that has been thrown upon him from certain people, because it’s not deserved.”
This isn’t the first time James has used his platform to spotlight police violence. Before a game against the Brooklyn Nets in 2014, James and his teammate Kyrie Irving warmed up in t-shirts reading “I Can’t Breathe” in support of Eric Garner, who was fatally strangled that summer by an NYPD officer who suspected Garner of illegally selling cigarettes.
Anticipating the possibility of protests—during the anthem or otherwise—once the 2016-17 season starts next month, the NBA and the National Basketball Players Association sent a memo to players indicating that the league and union were “working [on ways] to come together and take meaningful action.” Several players and coaches already have spoken out during the offseason on the topic of police shootings.
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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.