Children diagnosed with autism often have trouble when it comes to trusting new people. Something as simple as a haircut can quickly turn into a nightmare of nerves and anxiety for these kids.

James Williams, a barber in Briton Ferry, Wales, knew that he’d have to get creative if he was going to give sweet Mason his first real haircut. Other stylists had tried to calm the little guy’s nerves, but each attempt ended in failure. That’s when Williams realized that the solution was to get on Mason’s level — literally.

Lying down on the floor, Mason calmly played his games while Williams snipped away.

It took a few visits for Mason to stop shying away from the sheers, but Williams patiently waited to earn the kiddo’s trust.

Sometimes, you just have to tackle life’s problems from a new angle!

Williams asked for a high-five when he finished the job, but Mason gave his new buddy a big hug instead. No amount of money can top that precious tip.