Gossip
harms
& divides
& divides
Helping schools, families, and communities understand the real harm gossip can cause.
If we could spread kindness and positivity as quickly as we spread gossip and negativity, what an amazing world we would live in!
On Individuals
Studies show that up to 80% of our conversations are spent on discussing other people and their habits.
In the Workplace
Did you know negativity and conflict amongst work colleagues is mainly caused by gossip?
In Schools
From grade schools to universities, 77% of students say they feel the effects of gossip and being judged.
In Churches
A shocking 91% of members cited internal gossip as the main reason for leaving their place of worship.
Articles And Inspiration
Is Advocating Against Gossip Infringing On Free Speech?
POSTED ON: 11 10 2024
Gossip has no respect for justice.
Kind Words Are Sweet to the Soul & Healthy for the Body
POSTED ON: 12 07 2023
The benefits of kindness are endless!
12 Weird (& Funny!) Gossip Synonyms & Their Origins
POSTED ON: 09 06 2023
Don't be a 'Scuttlebutt', 'Tittle-Tattle,' 'Twaddle-Basket,' or 'Quidnunc!'
Are WORDS our most dangerous weapon?
POSTED ON: 02 06 2021
When we think 'weapon,' what readily comes to mind is a gun.
Every word has an effect.
Some divide. Some unite.
- WordEffect
One kind word can shift a relationship.
Many kind words can shift a culture.
- WordEffect
the wordeffect mission
Reducing gossip.
Building belonging.
Strengthening culture.