I think so. I know that some people say they want to share things about someone "so you know" or "so you can pray", but in reality it is because they want to be the first to tell everyone. Gossip can be couched in "helpful" terms, but not be helpful at all, and even some nice things told to you might just be for you and the other person, not for the world. I always have at the back of my mind the Quaker philosophy on speech. Before saying anything ask yourself: is it good? is it right? is it necessary? (The Quakers were renowned as quiet people).

I think so.

Sure. +5

I think gossip should not be passed around, because gossip can be hurtful, childish and pathetic. 1. Don't give out personal and private information of any kind without checking with your parents/boss/person concerned first. It's not just face to face, but it applies with email, other computer means, text messages etc as well. 2. Careless talk costs lives. Careless talk can cause trouble and ruin/destroy relationships and friendships. 3. If you see/hear gossiping going on, don't join in, stay out of it, the gossipers are just being immature and pathetic and another thing, it's boring! 4. If they rope you into the mill by asking you questions etc, here are some good tips to stop them in their tracks: - Pretend you don't know or don't remember - Say I will speak to and check with my boss/manager/parents first. - Say that you are not interested - Say that you don't want to hear talk about people and/or their families when they are not present. - Say that you are not privy to that information. - Answer them in a concise but honest way, but don't tell them every nook, cranny and detail. Keep your cool and don't act guilty and defensive. Acting guilty and defensive can make people think there's something to hide. Always stay calm and use poise.

Yes I agree fully

...welp that is why "A friend isnt a friend...unless there is trust in them." *Schmee*

The truth in the wrong hands can be dangerous, just like technology.