We all know that one person. The one who can never take responsibility for their own mistakes and always finds a way to blame someone else. They’re the rumor makers of the group, and they’re always stirring up trouble.
But what makes them that way? Why can’t they own up to their own mistakes? Turns out, it’s not their fault…well, at least not entirely. Read more to find out why!
What is a Rumor Monger?
A rumor-monger spreads gossip and rumors about other people while pretending that they are facts. They don’t seem to care how disconcerting, misleading, and hurtful their words may be.
For example…
Washington (CNN) Since the FBI seized classified and top secret documents from Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort, the former President and his allies have claimed that Trump had a “standing order” to declassify documents he took from the Oval Office to the White House residence.
But 18 former top Trump administration officials tell CNN they never heard any such order issued during their time working for Trump and that they believe the claim to be patently false.
Several officials laughed at the notion. One senior administration official called it “bullsh*t.” Two of Trump’s former chiefs of staff went on the record to knock down the claim.
“Nothing approaching an order that foolish was ever given,” said John Kelly, who served as Trump’s chief of staff for 17 months from 2017 to 2019.
“And I can’t imagine anyone that worked at the White House after me that would have simply shrugged their shoulders and allowed that order to go forward without dying in the ditch trying to stop it.”
They want to cause drama and disunity…(AKA Donald Trump). He is a rumor-monger who is very much aware of what he is doing; he wants to stir up some trouble in other lives by dragging other people into his drama and attempting to overshadow the mess he created.
So, if you deal with a rumor-monger, you want to stay away from them as much as possible because you don’t want to be dragged into their drama and lies.
Don’t Take It Personally!
The best thing to do when dealing with a rumor-monger is not to take it personally. Rumor-mongering is about the rumor-monger, not you.
They are trying to get attention for themselves and don’t care who they hurt or what damage they cause. Most people who spread gossip and rumors have issues with low self-esteem and a lack of confidence in themselves.
In some cases, they may even have some mental health issues. You may want to consider this when dealing with a rumor-monger.
Don’t allow their lies to affect you so deeply that they affect your health. Keep in mind that you can’t control what others say about you. It’s normal to hear rumors about you and other people. What’s important is how you deal with them. (Consider the source.)
3 Strategies To Deal with Rumor-Monger!
– Ignore them – The best way to deal with a rumor-monger is often to ignore them. If they are spreading lies about you, there’s not much you can do to stop them.
However, you can choose not to engage with them and stay away from them as much as possible.
– Be proactive – If you notice someone spreading rumors about you, it’s best to be proactive and address them as quickly as possible. You don’t want others to believe these lies and think negatively about you.
Before confronting a rumor-monger, ensure you have all the facts and are prepared for the conversation.
– Be there for others – If you see someone being bullied by a rumor-monger, be there for them. Show them that you care and don’t believe the lies spread about them. This can help the person who is being bullied feel less alone in the situation.
2 Tips to Help You Stay Calm When Dealing With Rumors!
– Breathe – When you feel overwhelmed, it can be easy to let emotions get the best of you. In these situations, taking deep breaths and trying to stay calm can be helpful. – Surround yourself with people who support you – Also, it can be really helpful to surround yourself with people who support you and care about you. They can help you stay grounded in the situation and keep things in perspective.
Conclusion
After reading this article, I hope you better understand what a rumor-monger is, how to deal with them, and how to keep your cool when dealing with rumors.
You don’t want gossip and lies to ruin your day or friendships, so keep gossip away from you.
Remember that rumors are not facts and shouldn’t affect how you feel about yourself. You can deal with it healthily if someone is spreading rumors about you.
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