Course 2: Becoming a 7 Cups Leader - (Discussion #3) The Detriments of Gossip

@peacefulIris56

I appreciate the incredible, great, beautiful person that you are, what you say and what you do. I am not positive, I am just honest about your kindness. I appreciate appreciative, sweet, supportive, encouraging and lovely people like you

@Heather225

1. Why is gossiping bad?
It is not only unproductive, but it creates a negative image of you in the other person's mind.

2. List a statement you learned from this video to stop gossiping in the replies!
I prefer siding with the person or backing the person being gossiped about. So that they can see the positive side of the person and rethink gossiping.

@DonaldDraper

i like your point of view where you think you should try making the other person rethink gossiping too not just avoiding getting involved in it! ^^

@DonaldDraper

I agree, it is unproductive and it produces a situation where we utilize too many of our brain reserves for things that don't even matter. Good job.

@Heather225

1. Why is gossiping bad? Gossiping is negative and it will leave you and the person you are talking about in a negative state.
2. List a statement you learned from this video to stop gossiping in the replies! The purpose of gossiping is to make someone who isn't present look bad and to make yourself look good. The person who you are gossiping to will begin to think you also gossip about them and they won't trust you!

@LittleBirdie30

I agree. Negativity spawns more negativity and we can't have that in safe places like 7 Cups. Bravo. :)

@LittleBirdie30 Agree with you

@Heather225

1. Why is gossiping bad?

It's extremely hurtful, and the person being gossiped about doesn't know. They aren't there to defend themselves and others just assume that's the truth.

2. List a statement you learned from this video to stop gossiping in the replies!

"I don't know the other person's perspective, so I prefer to not discuss what I think they were thinking or feeling in their absence." Similar to my previous statement, but I fully believe in this!

@smolecho

I really loved the way you explained why it was bad!

@Heather225

Gossiping is bad because it undermines the credibility of others through misinformation.

A statement that I learned is that following trends can foster negativity and jealousy so it's a good idea to keep yourself informed on various topics.

@SynSavory

That summarise the video very well. 😊

@SynSavory

Totally agree, so much misinformation could be spread!

1. Why is gossiping bad?

Gossiping is bad becase it dimishes trust, and puts a negative effect on you. It makes people view you neagtivley, while causing them to think that you also speak about them behing their back.

2. List a statement you learned from this video to stop gossiping in the replies!

I would compliment the person! By saying something like, "I have always though x was good at y."

@cocoakrispies121

Giving compliments does seem like a good idea

@Heather225

Why is gossiping bad?

🌸 Gossiping is bad because it is hurtful to others and sometimes the truth might be far from what's being spread. It can damage reputations, trust and is very hurtful too.

List a statement you learned from this video to stop gossiping in the replies!

🌸 "I don't know enough about the situation to comment'' - this is such a beautiful, honest statement that could be used

@ahealingEndoftherainbow22, I agree completely with your answer! 💙

@ahealingEndoftherainbow22

Thank you for sharing :) I agree that gossiping is bad because its hurtful and the gossip is oftentimes very far from the truth, damaging reputations, and everything as well. I love your statement about "I don't know enough about the situation to comment"! It's really, as you said, a beautiful and honest statement.

@ahealingEndoftherainbow22

Right on spot ! It's key that gossip damage reputations and trust. and is also very hurtful.

@ahealingEndoftherainbow22 - well said, thank you for being in this platform :)

@ahealingEndoftherainbow22

@ahealingEndoftherainbow22

you are doing good Rainbow :))

@ahealingEndoftherainbow22

I totally agree

1. Why is gossiping bad?

It's negative and the one who does it also seems negative. Talking about people in their absence is not a good quality.
2. List a statement you learned from this video to stop gossiping in the replies!

Saying that I don't know much about the situation or the person who is being talked about

@Magicallykermit58 I like saying that you don't know enough about the situation. It's often true as we never have the full story.

@JaimieF

I use to find myself talking about peoples problems so i might gain some self worth

@Magicallykermit58

Totally agree with you, Kermit! I wish you the best in your journey ahead!

@Magicallykermit58

I like that Magicallykermit! It's truly not a good quality!

@Magicallykermit58

Good synthesis!

@Magicallykermit58

I really agree to your statement of how you are not eligible to talk behind someone's back about their situation because you don't know the full story of it. Thank you for the amazing post!

I totally agree with you! Gossiping is indeed negative!

Totally agree with you on this!

1. Why is gossiping bad? Gossping is bad because it is very misleading. It can be very offensive, hurtful, and degrading to a person's character.
2. List a statement you learned from this video to stop gossiping in the replies! "I don't know the other person's perspective, so I prefer to not discuss what I think they were thinking, or feeling, in their absence."

@RebekahRebel I like your opinion!

@RebekahRebel

Agree with your answer, Rebekah! You have wonderfully written your answer. I wish you the best in your journey ahead!

@RebekahRebel

Nicely worded! Thank you for being a leader on 7cups!

@RebekahRebel

@RebekahRebel

I agree with your opinion! Gossiping can be a very hurtful thing.

@RebekahRebel

So true! It can destroy someone's self esteem.

@RebekahRebel

Very good answer! Good luck on your journey

@RebekahRoyal - I like that view - that it's misleading. It doesn't show the entire truth about a person or situation.

@RebekahRoyal

I agree and love your answers! Well done 😊