
Next time you are tempted (and I am also from time to time) think... Am I prepared to say this to the person's face? No? Then don't say it. Or even better - have I already taken this issue up with the person? No? Then don't say it. Yes? Well, then it's a reporting of the facts which may or may not be okay, depending on the circumstances. Stop hiding out in the cheap seats, whispering y'all! Step up and be counted and be accountable. Gossip is cowardice. What's worse is that it is all too often rejoicing in the misfortunes of others and that never brings anything good on the rejoicer by the way. Just tell them the truth as you see it, what's wrong with that? Maybe they agree or maybe not but at least the air is cleared and you stepped up.