LEV597 When one acts improperly, there is a natural human tendency to withdrawal or even hostility. The Torah, with its emphasis on the perfectibility of mankind, tells us to resist this tendency. Instead of becoming hostile toward others we should reach out to them, gently explaining the basis for our concern. ... An employer who needs to dismiss an underachiever may find it easier to avoid criticizing the worker, saying, for example, that he is trimming the workforce. But here, too, the principle of gentle reproof applies. It would be more helpful for the employee if the employer gently indicates what his deficiencies were, so that he can learn from his experience and seek work better suited to his talents. While doing this may be difficult, omit it only if you are afraid that candor will greatly offend the employee or may harm you by provoking hostility or even litigation.