Gossips

Let’s face it. We all gossip. There are few who don’t. The world will be very quiet indeed if people don’t gossip. People would have nothing to say to each other, after talking about the weather to death.

Gossip may be the vocal form of bitch-craft, but it has its humanitarian side too. It is our way of finding out what our mutual friends, colleagues, neighbours and sometimes relatives are up to. It is through this exchange of information that we are updated on the people, events, and things happening around us.

Generally, most gossip is just harmless digs at the expense of the people we know. Some people talk a lot but do not reveal very much. And there are those who spill out everything in the minimum number of words. People with tact will leave out the sordid details, whereas people without tact will spice up the gossips. Though a bit naughty, there is no malice intended, not intentionally, anyway.

Troubles start when we unintentionally say more than we should – like when we pass sensitive information, or information that was meant for our ears only. 

So, there are a couple of things to bear in mind when it comes to gossiping. Never divulge sensitive information told to us in confidence. No matter how juicy the gossip you have, no matter how you are dying to talk about it, get it out – don’t!

Always be mindful of other people’s feelings. If you are unsure whether you should make known certain facts to all and sundry, don’t. If you think that a particular juicy piece of gossip might annoy or hurt someone, then, it is better to hold your tongue. Even if it is something that is going to be common knowledge, you might want to consider whether it will be better if that information comes from someone else. Sometimes, it is not your story to tell.

Do not spread lies, half-truths and untruth when gossiping. Lastly, and most importantly, there is one unbreakable rule in the gossip game. You must never betray your friends.

If we are mindful of what we talk about and to whom, there is no harm in a little gossip now and then. However, bear in mind that whoever gossips with you will gossip about you. Therefore, observe how someone gossips to you. Does he/she just talk without reserve, or does he/she speak cautiously and generally. If people gossip to you without reservation, then you would want to be careful of what you tell them. Because, surely, they will gossip freely about you too. But if what they gossip about are mundane, general stuff and are tight-lipped about personal stuff, then they are people whom you can trust.

What do you think? Is it all right to gossip? Feel free to share your thoughts on the subject.

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