Gossip is spreading word about others, usually behind their backs, and telling stories that may be false or are just trying to be hurtful. I hate gossip, I know it does not build a healthy society.
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People spread the worst kind of rumors when they gossip. It just makes for a lot of distrust and no one ever feels very secure because they have no idea who they are talking to might be talking about them. Instead of bringing people together, gossip tears them apart. It causes unnecessary drama and can ruin friendships.
Gossiping also shows a lack of respect. And when we say things about others, we are being as if not respecting their privacy, or their feelings. We all forget that everyone is fighting their own battle and by spreading rumors we just make their life that much more difficult.
Some people think gossip helps build bonds because it gives them something to talk about. However I think that true friendships are based on trust, honesty, and just being plain nice. When one person gossips about another person's problems or screw ups it does not make two people any closer it just gives the illusion that they are.
In the end, gossip does more harm than good. It divides people and creates a negative atmosphere. A society in which everyone respects one another, and can communicate freely is much healthier, and much stronger than one that is plagued with gossip. So I guess that is the reason why I feel we should not gossip but instead try to create some genuine friendships.
