However, for all its potential to do harm, gossip is not always a negative thing. Some gossip is harmless talk that is part of how people communicate and stay connected with each other When people gossip about minor things, gossip can strengthen bonds between people and within a community. The issue isn’t so much with gossip itself, but with the content of the gossip becomes a problem when it is derogatory and hurtful.
So the next time you hear a piece of gossip and feel the urge to pass it on,stop for a moment. Ask yourself whether the gossip will do harm to the person being gossiped about. If you think it might, it’s a good time to keep your mouth closed.