Before starting this challenge I really thought it was going to be very tough to not gossip. Especially considering how casually everyone seem to gossip. The first day or two seemed hard but now the opposite is happening.
I am finding that I do not like talking about people behind their back. I am happier now that I do not indulge in occasional gossip. Whenever I catch myself slipping into the same pattern I gently bring myself back without much effort. I really enjoy speaking positively about people.
I had several occasions today and yesterday where some people really frustrated me. It is those times that I usually go to my friends and complain and grumble about these people. Even though I was frustrated but the thought of speaking ill of these people started to depress me even more. So, I did not tell anyone about it and just carried on and with in a short while I was in pleasant mood again. Not only that, I actually felt even better knowing that I did not let this affect me. When someone makes you angry, they have control over you so this way I maintained control.
It is hard to explain but it feels awesome not gossiping. If others gossip, I gently nod without contributing. If I can, I put in a positive word here or there. “I can understand, they’re under a lot of stress.. it’s ok” and so on. I am not just saying these things, I actually feel them.
All in all this challenge is teaching me a lot. Life is a joy without talking about people behind their back! You feel a lot happier through out the day. When you speak positively about others, it in turn affects your self esteem. You tend to stop doubting yourself and start seeing positive aspects in yourself as well.
Related posts:
- Day 1 and 2 of seven day challenge
- Results of 7 day no gossiping challenge
- Results of one day no gossip challenge
- Are you a tattler, a busybody, a gossiper?
- One day challenge to stop gossiping
- Gossip: Can’t live with it and can’t live without it
- Advantages of gossiping
- Why do people gossip?
- Gossiping quotes
- Downside of gossiping
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