Sometimes its good to STOP and help, just to do it without expecting anything in return

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On September 26, 2019, after Child Psychology class, I was walking to my car. I saw a 21 year old man pacing back and fourth and he seemed to be upset. Everybody was walking by him, (including me). I stopped and said to myself, maybe he is upset and needs someone to talk to just for a little bit. I turned around and went up to him. I saw tears, and asked him if he was ok and if I could help him. He said he missed something with friends, and there was a problem at work. I asked him if he has work today, and he said no, tomorrow, however he has classes that day. I was able to calm him down, did distractive talking for a bit, and than we talked about his situation. Before I left, I wanted to make sure he was ok to be alone, I asked him questions that would reassure my self that he was going to be ok. He confirmed it. He may have a small minor disability or however whether he did or not, I was glad I was able to help calm him down and hopefully I made his day. I remember when I was 21 and I had a lot of trouble, thoughts in my head about work or whatever was in my mind. It was very hard, and all we can do sometimes is; sometimes become undone. However, its always nice to have someone there, just to know if you care. Even if you don't know them, just to make sure you are ok. I felt bad for him, because I saw me when I was younger, especially when I was in Madison somewhat "homeless" at 24.