Patch #092: Resist Gossip  Patch #092Resist Gossip  by Joe Biel
Okay. We know it's fun and a little addictive. But it also hurts
feelings, people's confidence, and reputations. It's more
important than ever in the age of the internet—talk directly to
people. If you're concerned about something, have a chat. Gossip
is a brutal downward snake pit.     H 9/2/2008  yup. I've
learned a whole lot from gossipping with friends. Situations I
thought I was alone in and was blaming myself for I realized
others were going through. The trouble becomes it's addictive. I
am a full supporter of gossip, now, but try to learn lessons
from it, to complain then re-frame the complaint in a way that
is a bit balanced and proposes some sort of solution. Can't deny
the bullshit in the world.~H  Zig 10/30/2007  Of course, what is
often called "gossip" has traditionally been a means for
marginalized folks groups to communicate their subjugated
knowledges to one another...  szr 5/17/2007  exactly what is
says... resist gossip. dont ta