Course 2: Becoming a 7 Cups Leader - (Discussion #3) The Detriments of Gossip
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1. Why is gossiping bad?
2. List a statement you learned from this video to stop gossiping in the replies!
3. Please reply to 3 of your peers  in this thread with encouraging or supportive words!
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@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 😊
@RebekahRoyal
You pointed out a good fact that we don't know all of the different perspectives of the situation, so there we cannot discuss it and judge whether it is good or bad.Love your response!
@RebekahRoyal
I totally agree with your reasoning about why gossiping is bad. It can indeed be very hurtful. In the end, it will ultimately hurt you. Hence, why you shouldn't gossip.
Gossiping leads to others losing faith and trust in you. More so, gossiping simply leads to negative energy which can be really hard to overcome once someone is dwelled within it - since bad habits are hard to overcome. One of the most important lesson this video conveys, is that we really don't know another person as well as we think we do. We have no right to make assumptions about another person's life and spread gossip - because honestly, it can be all wrong.
@Helpingsoul98 I like how you pointed out the difficulty in getting over bad habits. Gossiping is best avoided altogether!
@Helpingsoul98
Great point about the bad habits! I 100% agree
@Helpingsoul98
I agree with Jaimie and Pizza - your point that gossip is a hard habit to break is important and astute. Thanks
@Helpingsoul98
Great answer!
@Helpingsoul98
Wise and deeply ethical analysis
Good points, I agree with you!
@Helpingsoul98
Agreed !
@Heather225
1. Why is gossiping bad?
1. Gossiping is bad because it is negative and hurtful, also they would also subconsciously view you as negative. The person is not present while gossiping and it's being said behind their back with them not being able to clarify.
2. List a statement you learned from this video to stop gossiping in the replies!
2. A statement that would be useful- ' I dont know the other person's perspective, so i prefer not to discuss" This is true because I dont know the entire story.
@crystalclearnow Great answer
@crystalclearnow
Good work! I agree with your ideas, gossiping is an extremely bad, hurtful thing to indulge in.
@crystalclearnow
Good answer!!
@Heather225
1. Why is gossiping bad?
Gossiping is bad because it depreciates the esteem of another person. It could be hurtful and make the person that gossips to loose his or her reputation.
2. List a statement you learned from this video to stop gossiping in the replies!
Change the topic to positive topic and let the other person know that you are not interested in gossip.
@Beaconx
Changing the conversation is a great way to let people know that you don't gossip!
@Beaconx
Yeah, what we say about other people has an impact on them, whether we realize it or not! That's always a great way to look at it!
1. Why is gossiping bad?
It's negative. It brings no good but harm and only harm. Talking behind someone's back is only acceptable if you are praising them.
2. List a statement you learned from this video to stop gossiping in the replies!
" I don't know about the situation or the person who is being talked about"
@VerseArt yeah I agree with you.
@VerseArt
Wonderful answer! I agree that gossiping brings no good but harm and only harm. There is no benefit.