This Seat Beside You story follows Madison as she reflects on her childhood in foster care, the loss of her mother, and the responsibility she felt to keep her siblings safe. She describes how these experiences shaped her. Adoption eventually brought her and her siblings stability and a sense of belonging. Madison encourages viewers to consider the unseen challenges others face and to remember that life, even when difficult, can get better.
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The Empathy Class
A former student shares her story with a new generation, showing how powerful it can be to truly listen to the person sitting beside you. The Seat Beside You helps classrooms build compassion by reminding students that everyone carries a story worth understanding.
