When we hear the word gossip, we automatically resort to thinking there might be some juicy details or malicious behaviour that needs to be discussed.
Have you ever wondered why people actually gossip? Is it for self satisfaction? To tarnish anyone’s respect? Purely for entertainment or to construct a perspective about someone?
As human beings, we search for a wired connection and gossip plays a role in cultural learning. If someone is a liar and shares unnecessary details, people often discuss it not to feel good but to warn others of this behaviour.
Many individuals who are lonely, have a sadistic personality, need attention, want to feel superior or feel included in a group tend to gossip to make their space.
However, this has negative repercussions and this is how you can deal with it.
Try becoming direct with the person gossiping, try to ignore it and shift the focus on positives.
Surround yourself with people who speak about winning, hustling, making money and becoming successful rather than other people.
Until next time.
