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8 Things to Do If You're the Target of Hurtful Gossip
Before you lash out, learn how to de-identify and maintain your perspective.
Why Gossip Can Save Your Life
Gossip, says an Oxford University evolutionary psychologist, provides vital physical and psychological benefits—and benefits society. But you have to do it right.
Why I think losing childhood friends is hurtful, yet liberating
You learn how to pull yourself out of despair. You become your own personal sun.
How To Stop Gossip In Four Easy Steps
Almost universally when we ask people about gossip, they agree that it's harmful, agree that they should stop, but admit that they aren't confident knowing what to do about it. Apply the formula for compassionate conflict to stop gossip in its tracks.
5 Reasons Why You Must Not Gossip
Why do we love to gossip so much?
Prudence Wade dives into the psychology of gossip – both the good and the bad.
Why relationship problems are fodder for media gossip
Mainstream and social media are awash with self-proclaimed advisers
How human evolution was shaped by pride, guilt and gossip
Early man was a total mean girl. Gossipy, cliquey, exclusionary — these are some of the traits our human ancestors developed to thrive over the last 6 million years, argues psychology professor Wil…
Not all gossip is toxic, study finds
Gossiping is often viewed as a negative thing, but not all gossip is toxic, and it can actually be good for us, a study found.
Gossip Awareness: Do You Have It?
The stories we tell about others may or may not be true, and telling them often involves a subtle breach of integrity. #gossip #mindfulness #notice
Healthy hearsay: The real reason why humans love to gossip
Many attribute gossip as almost a sin; however, new research claims that gossip actually encourages social connection and interaction.
The Surprising Benefit From When You Gossip, According to a New Study
Research from the University of Pavia has some interesting insight on gossip.
The 'Pain Network': New Target for Antidepressants?
SNRIs cut activity in pain-associated brain regions in people with persistent depressive disorder
Why Google, Target, and General Mills Are Investing in Mindfulness
Using Machine Learning to Target Behavioral Health Interventions
Machine learning can help behavioral healthcare providers target interventions to patients with complex mental and physical challenges.
When the Cops Come for You in the Target Parking Lot
A mom reflects on her experience parenting in the age of fear.
Bullying May be Prevented by CBT Intervention Targeting Personality Types
A form of cognitive-behavioral therapy designed to target the personality types of adolescents who are either victims or perpetrators of ...
How Internet Spiritual Guru Teal Swan Targets Desperate People Online
Warning: This post includes mentions of suicide and suicidal thoughts.
How To Call Out Hurtful Behavior While Still Exercising Compassion
Why Our Brains Love Gossip
Dacher Keltner, director of the Berkeley Social Interaction Lab, explains how gossip can work for the greater good.
