My memory is so bad I forgot to forget to go to an odious nieces birthday party. I had a ghastly time…………lol

None left to question what I think so have to rely on myself. Is it true or just some TRUMPED up rubbish!

As soon as gossip starts I’m out of there. I’m too old for that nonsense.

I asked "google" for the Bible text that speaks about a mother forgetting her child, and was given Isaiah 49:15 - "Can a woman forget her nursing child, And not have compassion on the son of her womb? Surely they may forget, Yet I will not forget you." Take this family issue and every issue in your life to the One who has never forgotten you.

Never give much credence to gossip.

I don't listen to gossip nor do I use social media.

There is always 3 sides to every story.. His, hers and the truth..

Just hope for the hest

What is the example of gossip in families? You can't deal with something that you don't know.

Stay away from gossip. Limit family time and learn to have a deaf ear.

Ignore and just move on

Always keep an open mind and trust your gut!

I hate gossip. Full stop.

If your name isn't brought up, stay out of it! Always have your siblings backs no matter what!

If you can't see the whole picture, you are only guessing. Try not to guess.

If it doesn’t concern you keep your opinions to yourself and let those involved sort out between them it’s when others put their opinions in that things are blown out of proportion

Gossip is toxic, lots of people who are gossiping don’t speak the thrush and like to add their own version of the said truth!

Through Prayer! I pray to my Father in heaven because He loves me more than anyone on earth ever did! Positive thoughts bring positive attitudes! I'm Positive there's a better world in our future, nearer than we think! ;-D

On a global perspective, I choose to just live my life, my way’ and shut out, or ignore the toxic masculinity, dominance and psychopathic, narcissistic tendencies of the men trying to rule the world. And as far as family goes… they can do one

I have been taught there are three sides to every issue. Theirs the second party and the the actual truth. I try not to get caught up in any kind of gossip until the information is provin true.

The truth is usually somewhere in the middle.

OH MY

Depends what the old saying is or was, I always stay true with all my families

Believe nothing of what you hear and half of what you see is an old saying. Rumours and gossip can ruin relationships and tear families apart. I try to place myself somewhere in between with family matters. As for global issues I don't really give a damn.

Let me look at example

Im happy with my life

We are the makers, breakers and creators of all we see and do. If it feels and seems like nothing, then it's time to change the whole picture to a better something more authentic and less deceptive. More love in action with truth and life.

acknowledge what they are saying and look for the proof if required. if not I will mind my own business and let others deal with things.

I nod to acknowledge that I heard the comment(s), apply to them the appropriate amount of salt (2 grains), smile and change the subject.

Where's the example and if you were to give an example wouldn't that make you a gossip?

ok, where's the example?

I stay away and out of the world. I cut myself off from engaging.

Ignore them.

Ignore gossip and gossipers. I read somewhere about 20 years ago that 85% of what we believe/know at any given time is incorrect and will be proven wrong as time goes by.

Stay to my self and show them I don’t need them

Nothing better than a good natter over a hot cuppa and fresh scones………….lol

Let's hear your example of gossip.

Gossip is toxic, dont engage, Not much you can do about it but not participate, and ignore when it comes to you

Cant believe gossip ask for the truth

Gossip is the problem. People will think what they like ,even if they don't have the full story and don't have anything better to do. Would we be friends with our family if we weren't related?

Avoid at all costs. I have my own opinions,which are only given after careful consideration. I like to focus on factual information. Gossip tends to be rumours. I will not entertain them. As has happened in the past where someone has told me about something malicious said about me and I have spoken to the apparent instigator, they have denied ever saying it. So I ignore it. If anyone has a problem with me they can talk to me about it. I am open ,non aggressive. Those that know me well understand that I am approachable and can say what's on their mind without fear. Conversations with my friends and family that are private remain that way. It's a matter of trust and integrity. I believe that if someone does talk behind your back,they have no interest in you or resolving the issue. They are also too gutless to approach you directly. NOT MY PROBLEM,ITS THEIRS.

other peoples opinions of me arnt any of my bussiness

Other people's thoughts regarding me are not for me to worry about and I just don't care.

I really do not care f people gossip about me or my thoughts.

I don't cared about gossip at all. So what they gossip about me.

Gossip, misunderstandings, marketing, political spin and biases can often obscure the truth and what things "seem". Conduct your own research so you can kindly and sensitively check what seems to be happening to live with integrity.

Don't listen to gossip, easy!

I live in a small town, you never talk about anyone cause you don't know who they are related too. Great idea for life. But I do find it funny when someone is talking about someone and they find out it is me.

Don't listen to garbage, YOU are not a garbage can. Walk away. You will be happier for it.

I don't participate in that garbage. It'd be a healthier way of life if one would abstain from gossiping and finding pleasure in another's misfortunes and or business. If everyone was as quick to sweep off their own doorsteps instead...Oh my! What a much nicer place we would live in.

It doesn’t matter how good a person you are…You will always be evil in someone’s story.

HI AGAIN JANN R , TYVM...

Go to the source as much as possible

I dont listen to gossip and I know that people add things to make it worse just to put others down its evil

Gossip is the cause of most evil events

true

Just be truthful

Yes with those I thought were good friends, I believe I am now too old to be a friend!!

Don't listen to gossip would be the answer.

People may think or say what they want..I sincerely don't really care.

Look after what's under your roof

I don't deal with other people's thoughts. I can walk away very easily.

If it is 'valid criticism' offer to you by your family -EMRACED IT! If it is 'invalid criticism' offer to you by your family - IGNORED IT. If it is ongoing GOSSIP (about you by your family members) - it is 'time' for you to move as far as you can get from your family - IMMEDAITELY! Furthermore, with the ease you can get a gun in the USA - it can/will lead (gossip about you) too parricide - aka 'HOME IS WHERE THE HATRED RESIDES!Edited 17-Mar-25 06:40am

Then on the farm was THE PARTY LINE!

I deal with it by not dealing with it

so far never dealt with gossip with any family member's, so feel lucky

Let people talk. What people say and think is outside of our control. Focus on your true values and the things that help you personally improve. What matters to you the most? Focus on that. For family, what you can do is just show love for family. No matter what, everyone appreciates that loving warmth from family and the people who are closest, so don't fall into a bitterness trap as that will alienate you further. Things will eventually pass and become old news. If family are making it more difficult just attempt to communicate exactly how you feel and why. You need to be very clear with this so they understand properly.

See no evil, speak no evil, and hear no evil is the way to go.

It will be clear eventually, patience

Life in a small town,life in small mind,everybody loves gossip.

I ignore it! I don't have time for gossiping. If they can't say it to my face it's not worth me mentioning it.

WE DO HAVE SITUATIONS IN OUR LIVES WHICH DON'T SEEM CLEAR CUT. WE HAVE TO LOOK BEYOND IT. THERE LIES THE COMPLETE PICTURE.

Ignore it

Could be labelled as process of elimination or weeding out who your true friends are.

It depends wheather it is subjective or objective.

You are correct in that most things are not as they seem until you get all sides and find the truth. One person may be completely honest and the rest is all a bunch of hooey. With family, it feels different because you feel like you SHOULD get along with each and every member. But not all tell the truth, not all want to get along and some just like to cause trouble for the attention/reaction. Some are downright abusive. You know your truth. I have told one of my 6 siblings my whole truth and she knows me extremely well. We talk every day and see each other at least once every other week for lunch. Two of my sisters are MAGAts in Trump's cult and we see them less often because we are to the point now of laughing when they say something ridiculous, like that he's a good Christian man, and they end up mad that we have our own opinions of the creep. The rest we see when they're free to get together for lunch or something. The bigger family gatherings are becoming further apart all the time. We always do Christmas Eve together but even then maybe half show up. Religious views, political views, raising children, even within the same household can vary so much. We have to split off (temporarily at least) from those who stress us out, and even permanently from the ones who are abusive and cause mental hardship with some of what they say and do. It doesn't matter that they're blood; if you can't stand to be in a room with them it's best to avoid them like anyone else who hurts you, and get along with the ones you get along with.Edited 17-Mar-25 03:28am

We live over a thousand miles from any relatives. So we don't have that distraction in our lives. They argue amongst themselves. Edited 17-Mar-25 03:18am

On the internet or in your emails that get sent to your inbox it does not pay to believe what is writtenl because it is a person opinionand what they believe. Its not founded with scientific experiments or truth. I used to think it was true but I believe it is all made up.

My aunt used to have all the family gatherings at her place because she lived with my grandmother and had a huge house. My cousin, her son, stopped attending. He'd just hide in the basement the whole time and a few of us would go down to the basement to say hi. My aunt said it's because he believed everyone was talking bad about him and he was bitter and embarrassed to attend anymore. A few years ago I texted him and we reconnected for the first time since we were kids! We're like siblings we talked for hours . When I mentioned him stopping comings up for the family gatherings, I said why feel insecure around those people! (Our family), I said I know they snicker about me too but I'm just there for the sandwiches! Haha

Yes even your so called friends stab you in the back then act like they don't know why you should be mad at them. Sometimes I think I do not need friends because you can't trust anyone anymore. I still talk to them but I am not as friendly as I was at one time.

Everybody lies

Common sense, logic and treating most things with a grain a salt. It is all fabricated these days with some BS, manipulation of the truth, Hollywood razzmatazz etc. I have become cynical and very doubting these days.

Tell them the truth and nothing but the truth. And if I am offended by their gossip or know what they are saying isn't the truth I will definitely let them know and walk away.

Be mindful of history repeating itself both in families and in the world.

Avoid toxic people, family included.