Gossip – it’s a word that often gets a bad rap, but have you ever wondered if it could actually serve a positive purpose? In this episode of 'We Heal Together', Cordelia dives deep into the world of gossip, shedding light on its origins and the surprising benefits it can have. From evolutionary psychology to modern workplace dynamics, she explores how gossip has evolved and why it's not always the villain we think it is.

Cordelia shares practical tips on how to engage in gossip healthily, emphasizing the importance of empathy and understanding in our conversations. She also discusses her work on sobriety and alcohol issues, underscoring the need for safe spaces where healing can flourish. If you’re curious about how to transform gossip into a tool for good, this episode is a must-listen.

Discover the surprising benefits of gossip and learn healthier ways to engage in it with Cordelia on 'We Heal Together'.

Gossip: The Good, the Bad, and the Healthy Way Forward

PODCAST INFO<ul><li>A new podcast episode drops every OTHER Monday</li><li>Music credit: L-Ray Music, Courtesy of Shutterstock, Inc.</li><li>Learn more about your host, Cordelia, by clicking  <a href="https://www.cordeliahealtogether.com/who-is-cordelia">here</a></li><li>Be sure to follow Cordelia on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/codependentrecovery/">@codependentrecovery</a></li></ul>---------CITATIONS<ul><li>What is gossip?<ul><li><a href="https://time.com/5680457/why-do-people-gossip/">Definition</a></li></ul></li><li>The origins of gossip<ul><li><a href="https://www.psypost.org/2016/01/evolutionary-psychology-explains-how-humans-evolved-to-become-gossips-40416"> Evolutionary Psychology explanation</a></li></ul></li><li>Is gossip all bad?<ul><li><a href="https://www.psypost.org/2016/01/evolutionary-psychology-explains-how-humans-evolved-to-become-gossips-40416">Trusted vs. not trusted</a></li><li><a href="https://www.researchgate.net/publication/257986788_The_co-evolution_of_gossip_and_friendship_in_workplace_social_networks">Harmless gossiping can be good</a></li><li><a href="https://www.psypost.org/2016/01/evolutionary-psychology-explains-how-humans-evolved-to-become-gossips-40416">Societal benefits, such as holding others accountable</a></li><li><a href="https://www.psypost.org/2016/01/evolutionary-psychology-explains-how-humans-evolved-to-become-gossips-40416">Celebrity gossip can be good, too</a></li><li>Other studies<ul><li><a href="https://www.psypost.org/2016/01/evolutionary-psychology-explains-how-humans-evolved-to-become-gossips-40416">Gossip can help morale in work place</a></li><li><a href="https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/1948550619837000">Most of us engage in gossip, and it isn’t necessarily a bad thing</a></li><li><a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25580932/">Negative gossip about celebrities</a></li><li><a href="https://www.cell.com/current-biology/fulltext/S0960-9822(21)00463-2?_returnURL=https%3A%2F%2Flinkinghub.elsevier.com%2Fretrieve%2Fpii%2FS0960982221004632%3Fshowall%3Dtrue">Dartmouth study from June 2021</a></li></ul></li></ul></li><li>How to navigate gossiping<ul><li>Successful gossiping tips<ul><li><a href="https://www.psypost.org/2016/01/evolutionary-psychology-explains-how-humans-evolved-to-become-gossips-40416">Evolutionary psychology perspective</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nbcnews.com/better/lifestyle/psychologists-say-gossiping-social-skill-here-s-how-know-if-ncna1056941">Quote about a good gossiper</a></li></ul></li><li>Not-so-good gossiping<ul><li><a href="https://www.nbcnews.com/better/lifestyle/psychologists-say-gossiping-social-skill-here-s-how-know-if-ncna1056941">Sharing to get ahead</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nbcnews.com/better/lifestyle/psychologists-say-gossiping-social-skill-here-s-how-know-if-ncna1056941">Not trusted by others</a></li><li><a href="https://time.com/5680457/why-do-people-gossip/">Mean-spirited gossip</a></li><li><a href="https://www.goodtherapy.org/blog/psychpedia/gossip">Sharing information to get back at someone</a></li></ul></li></ul></li><li>Tactics to shut down unwanted gossip territory<ul><li><a href="https://www.yahoo.com/now/one-magic-phrase-stop-gossip-130037845.html?guccounter=1&guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&guce_referrer_sig=AQAAALS_fdZ1cVegCa-oSxPxT9EIwDoUsjCpbrgvDvhuY0wVxzRyf0PdGpgUAClf2VIoBCm1dO8pfc_PC0RK1F6-tKKGmXmyiayF9hwV-G7uojDhTNrhse1f-C2AbL-r_A7URSH5bV7fZyP_hgMmKiNkEF6O-R3YJGnsQjAAZCd0oIFM">Ask why you’re telling me this</a></li></ul></li></ul>-------RESOURCES FOR SURVIVORS + HELPING SURVIVORS<ul><li><a href="https://drive.google.com/drive/u/3/folders/1XRHDYKJik84YcaztsGGnZyL5NvGgRjQ5" target="_blank">Access free Google Drive materials here</a></li><li><a href="https://drive.google.com/drive/u/3/folders/1XRHDYKJik84YcaztsGGnZyL5NvGgRjQ5" target="_blank">Helpful organizations</a></li><li><a href="https://drive.google.com/drive/u/3/folders/1XRHDYKJik84YcaztsGGnZyL5NvGgRjQ5" target="_blank">Finding affordable therapy</a></li><li><a href="https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1elNQ9muo5jad1xP2FJDr1vRdkuqUoPjT6fnMJxwoeo0/edit#gid=0" target="_blank">Check out the post index - Cordelia has tons of posts on today's topic as well</a></li><li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CNZqsHvl3O4/" target="_blank">Post Cordelia made about being an active bystander</a></li></ul>--------- WORKBOOK + COMMUNITY + RESOURCES<ul><li>Are you going through a breakup or divorce?  <a href="https://www.cordeliahealtogether.com/buytheworkbook">Here </a>is the link to the 98-page workbook.  Print version + ebook version available worldwide.</li><li>Check out Cordelia's book recommendations <a href="https://bookshop.org/shop/wehealtogether" target="_blank">here</a><ul><li>Disclosure: Cordelia is an affiliate of Bookshop.org and she will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase.</li></ul></li><li>Want to join the community (i.e., community club or book club)? Click <a href="https://www.cordeliahealtogether.com/community" target="_blank">here</a></li><li>Want access to free resources? Click <a href="https://www.cordeliahealtogether.com/free-resources">here</a></li><li>Interested in any other affiliate links? Click <a href="https://www.cordeliahealtogether.com/affiliate-links" target="_blank">here</a><ul><li>Note: affiliate links mean Cordelia  earns a commission if you click through and make a purchase.</li></ul></li></ul>--- SPONSOR INFO: IRON DOGGY Disclosure: Cordelia will earn a commission if you click on the link & make a purchase.<ul><li>I love their hands-free leashes. You can use them for walking or running. I have two dogs, and they are awesome for taking my dogs around. These are the leashes I have for my two dogs. I bought these before I ever had a podcast or an Instagram.</li><li>Use the code Heal10 on any links below for 10% off!</li><li>These are the leashes I use for my dogs:<ul><li><a href="https://irondoggy.com/products/runners-choice-hands-free-leash?ref=O7WjerKiEJLSZ">Runner's Choice Hands-Free Dog Leash (with Belt)</a></li><li><a href="https://irondoggy.com/collections/products/products/extra-leash?ref=O7WjerKiEJLSZ">Extra Leash (w/o Belt)</a></li><li><a href="https://irondoggy.com/products/carabiner?ref=O7WjerKiEJLSZ">Carabiner</a></li></ul></li><li>Or, here is my general link as well: <a href="https://irondoggy.com/?ref=O7WjerKiEJLSZ" target="_blank">Click here to explore Iron Doggy website</a></li></ul>--- SPONSOR INFO: EMBARK (DOG DNA TESTING KITS) Disclosure: Cordelia will earn a commission if you click on the link & make a purchase.<ul><li>I recently did these on my dog, and I paid for them on my own. 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We Heal Together

Gossip – it’s a word that often gets a bad rap, but have you ever wondered if it could actually serve a positive purpose? In this episode of 'We Heal Together', Cordelia dives deep into the world of gossip, shedding light on its origins and the surprising benefits it can have. From evolutionary psychology to modern workplace dynamics, she explores how gossip has evolved and why it's not always the villain we think it is.Cordelia shares practical tips on how to engage in gossip healthily, emphasizing the importance of empathy and understanding in our conversations. She also discusses her work on sobriety and alcohol issues, underscoring the need for safe spaces where healing can flourish. If you’re curious about how to transform gossip into a tool for good, this episode is a must-listen.

Cordelia

cordeliahealtogether@gmail.com (Cordelia, @codependentrecovery, codependentrecovery, CORDELIA)

How to Navigate Gossiping in a Healthier Way

How to Navigate Gossiping in a Healthier Way

How to Navigate Gossiping in a Healthier Way

Monday 18th October 2021

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Gossip: The Good, the Bad, and the Healthy Way Forward