Gossip

I recently got a new nugget of wisdom via Nina Cashman as she was leading a training for my coaching certification. According to her:

Gossip is when you bring an issue to someone who can’t help you.

It’s not just talking bad behind someone’s back or dealing in falsehoods. It’s resolution avoidance through circumventive conversations.

Wow.

When I first heard this it made me feel like a horrible person because I realized I’ve been gossiping without even knowing it.

But alas, I nor you need to wallow in self-pity. We learned something new today so that means we have an opportunity to be better tomorrow.

Today, think of one issue that’s been constantly coming up for you and talk about it with someone who can actually help. This may be a tough conversation to have, but you’ll be glad you did it.