“What people in the world think of you is really none of your business” – Martha Graham
Rise above those that do not operate with great personal integrity. Some people out there may want to disparage you or turn others against you. We have all experienced cliques that talk badly about others, a friend circle that ousts you, or people bad-mouthing others at work out of jealousy or competition, perhaps as an inner rebellion against mimetic desire.
Gossip is a vicious snake that infects the handler with a poisonous bite once let loose. You think that the wanted effect would be to spread malice against the person you are speaking ill of, however, it only shows others the type of person you really are. People around you are always wondering when it will be their turn and you will speak badly about them. It erodes trust and shows a lack of care and compassion for others.
I have said this over and over again in my blog posts. At the end of the day, all that matters is that you know you did and said the right thing. Your opinion of yourself has everything to do with your self-worth. Be the person that chooses not to participate in gossip. Share an opposing or more enlightened viewpoint on a situation that is intended to harm another. Be someone that approaches every person with a curiosity to learn who they are and what their actions mean instead of judging them harshly. Ignore others when they speak badly about you as each person can only operate within their current level of consciousness and we all know what it feels like to be the receiver and the perpetrator of an unkind act.
Rise Above and know that those that matter most know you, see you, and support you. Stand tall knowing you are committed to doing the right thing above all else.