Dealing with Gossip

Ways to deal with gossip:

1. First, realize that gossip is only part of a story and it has been changed.  No matter how reliable the source is (see telephone activity).
2. If the gossip does not involve you-do not repeat it!  You can really be hurting someone else!
3. Ignore it.
4. Talk to the other person directly if you're hurt.  There may be a problem you should fix.
5. Remember, the more YOU talk about the rumor the more YOU are keeping it going.  So, try to get your feelings sorted out with a FEW choice people.