However,for all it's 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 minot things,gossip itself,but with the content of the gossip. 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 amoment.Ask youself whether the gossip will do harm to the preson being gossiped about. If you think it might,it's a good time to keep your mouth closed