As he and I made it to the other side of the street he gave me a glance that silently said “that was almost very bad”. I told him that he probably saved a life today. I hope that guy has a nice day.

In our hero training at @HIPorg we explain that one of the barriers to heroic action is simply not being aware that it’s necessary in the moment. We teach small but affective ways to build the habit of noticing our surroundings and the people around us.

Had he not I was already about to but had we not been aware of our surroundings we’d have witnessed something horrible. It’s easy to be in our own little world as move through our day. It’s easier to not notice the people around us than it is to notice them.

A young gal checking her phone must have noticed us walking and without looking up started crossing the street. Where and when she started she absolutely would have been hit by this car. Right as she took her first step he gently tapped her elbow and her surroundings became clear

He and I were crossing a street before the crossing light changed. We had plenty of time. As we were half way across the street a car came into sight, moving quickly enough that other pedestrians should have waited.

Props to the guy in Melbourne who I just watched save someone from being hit by a car by tapping her on the elbow

People are more likely to follow the actions of the group around them. Once this person steps forward to help you see others jump in as well. Similar to that viral video of the person dancing alone on the hill at the concert. It’s easier to act when you see others acting.

Joe Delaney. The hero of the @Chiefs

This is a great example of heroism. This person knew the risk and still stepped forward to save a life.