Is it possible to let someone down gently? Aug 1, 2019 21:03:26 GMT theravenking likes this Quote Select PostDeselect PostLink to PostMemberGive GiftBack to Top Post by Deleted on Aug 1, 2019 21:03:26 GMT No. In my younger years, I preferred to be rejected harshly. It tempered the sting and helped me to let go of false hope so that I could move on faster.