Been thinking very philosophical today. Why, even as adults, do people talk about each other behind their backs? I think adults might even gossip and spread rumors more often than kids do. Sometimes people may have personal things going on in their lives that they want to keep private. It is very hurtful when these things are twisted around, and then spread to everyone.
While I'm working with kids, especially adolescent girls, I try to teach them that people will always gossip and spread rumors, especially girls. I try to teach them to let these things "roll off" because they know it's not true. It's easy to tell other people this, but not when you are having a hard time doing it yourself.
As I get older, I have tried not to let gossip and jealousy of others get to me. I always say that I don't care what other people think about me, but I've realized in the past few weeks that I really do care. It hurts a lot, especially when people make assumptions when they don't know the whole story.
I'm really trying to let this "roll off," like I tell my kids to do. I am going to continue keeping my personal life private, and really evaluate who I can honestly trust. I'm also going to be more choosy with whom I conversate with on public social sites, email, and text message. I've gotta watch my own back, and reevaluate who I confide in...so very, very sad that it's come to this! :(
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