Gossip, Talking Bad about You in High School

Gossip is sort of like fast food (delicious, addictive and ultimately bad for you). So if you are constantly surrounded by people who indulge in it, chances are that you are going to be hooked, too. Some of us have a bit of a reputation in high school, but how do you prevent others from taking bad about you.

First and foremost, you need to stop caring about what people say. Once you accept that you can not change the way people thik about you, it'll be so much easier to just get on with on your day. it is really one of the best things you can do for yourself. Acts of revenge are mostly based on impulse and not rationality. tell yourself to remain calm instead of letting them get to you.

To change their mind of talking bad about you, you can also try to confront those behind the gossip to give them a chance to explain their side of the story. But if talking to them does not seem to help, try to seek advice from your school counselor. Do not feel or act guilty, especially if you now the gossip about you is untrue. just keep your chin up and brush it off like it's no big deal, you give less power to those trying to hurt you with their words. So the next time you find yourself in such a situation, just shrug it off and walk away.