A spirit of gentleness involves teaching those who are marginalized that they are loved. This also starts with a feeling “I am somebody!” It is intertwined with a feeling of being safe, but goes beyond it. It deepens that sense of security and gives hope to the person. Feeling loved by others means the person begins to learn “I am more than safe. Life is more than no harm coming to me. If I am safe and loved, then I perhaps can give this to others.”