Rumors, Gossip, and Your Health

[phkrause]

Rumors. Gossip. Fake news.

We've all heard these terms. While most consider them harmless, they can affect your health. Learning to tell the difference between fact and fiction can be a real boost -- both mentally and physically.

What happens when rumors aren't harmless? What if they damage someone's reputation, livelihood, or personal life?

If you're on the receiving end of untrue gossip, what do you do?

https://www.webmd.com/balance/health-rumors-gossip?

[bonnie1962]

This would have been a very worthy post over the past decade. Can you imagine if someone  highly placed in the democratic party would have had the backbone and the character to stand firm on this sentiment.There is generally enough gossip on both sides but the democrates  outdid themselves over Trump.

Trump  probably has enough  in his background  you wouldnt think the lies would have been so blatant 

[Asia Joe]

I neither like nor dislike Pres Trump. But I am saddened at the deep disrespect towards him by the American people.

I really think it is harming many of his hater's . 

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What's more, all this talk can escalate to physical violence

 I lost count how many violent attacks there have been. 

 

[Hanseng]

Nancy Pelosi, in particular, was very disrespectful of both President Trump and, more importantly, the office he occupies. Her blatant contempt was displayed for all to see when she tore up or tossed a printed copy of  an address he was giving.

People are prosecuted for contempt of congress. How about prosecuting others for contempt of the president. Illustrative scene in Band of Brothers when a major reminds a  junior  officer to "Salute the rank, not the man." How much more when the person in question occupies the office of  the president. It's not only contempt for the president. This disdain extends to every one who voted for him.

Why should students respect their teachers or citizens the police when members of congress openly disrespect the president? Thailand jails people for disrespecting their king:

"Section 112 of the Thai Criminal Code is one of the strictest defamation laws in the world. Violations, including digital actions such as social media posts or public discussions, can lead to years of imprisonment per offense.

It is considered a serious offense against the Thai monarchy and carries severe penalties, including 3 to 15 years of imprisonment per count. Multiple offenses can lead to significantly longer prison sentences, even lasting decades.

Tip:
There is no immunity for tourists or foreigners, so always show respect toward the monarchy."

Understanding the Thai Monarchy and Royal Customs for Visitors | Visit Tland (Thailand)