We all desire to be treated with gentleness and kindness. Gentleness does not need to be some grand gesture, but can be displayed in simple daily acts. Gentleness manifests in the smile of a stranger when we’re feeling down or a phone call from a friend who wants to know how we’re doing. It can even be in the correcting of a mistake in a kind way, rather than harshly. We all appreciate this type of treatment, and indeed our hearts warm to the one who expresses this gentleness. One of Allah’s names is al-Latif-He who is Benevolent and Subtle with His servants.