5 Benefits of Giving Up Gossip

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I used to love gossiping – chewing on a juicy story about where someone’s boyfriend was seen after the party, or the story behind how that colleague really got fired. It was a great way to bond with my friends and family, made for lively conversation, and even seemed to make me feel better about myself.

Here’s how Random House Dictionary defines gossip:

Idle talk or rumor, esp. about the personal or private affairs of others.

Here’s the way I define it:

Talking in negative ways about someone who is not in the room. Read the Rest of This Article »