Gossip, rumors, back stabbing, seems like nowadays these things are inevitable. They key, however is to keep your head up, no matter what.
You have a few options when bad things are said about you, let it get you down and upset you (aka: let them win) or keep on truckin’ with you shoulders held even higher and your smile even wider. When you show those “haters” that you are better than a few harsh words then you have shown them that their game is not one you are playing. If you aren’t playing the game then you can’t lose and they can’t win.
Another way to not let these comments upset you be by viewing those rumors and gossip as entertainment. The levels of ridiculousness that arise with the storylines of rumors are often enough to make you chuckle and giggle and laughter can make not getting upset over those mean words a lot easier.
Of the many skills I have learned when it come to gossip and rumors, especially about me, (trust me there have been a lot) is to not respond. Eventually all gossip dies out and the topic gets old because those gossipers will get bored. Gossip thrives and lives on emotion and contributions to the topic so if you join in the conversation or situation you are just feeding that piece of gossip more and prolonging its life. When you stay out of the gossip you not only shorten its lifespan but you can be happy knowing that you didn’t waste your time fighting something that you knew wasn’t true and that actually wasn’t worth your time to get upset about.
Like I have said before, my advice is merely information that has worked for me in the past. My only hope is that my life lessons and experiences can someday help others.