This was discussed on the recent episode of Real Housewives of New York. During a discussion about talking about Jules, Carole said it was out of concern. So, I started thinking: if it's out of concern, and you would say it to her face, is it okay?
Do you not text one another and say, "Have you talked to (...Suzy) recently?"
That's a fishing line. What are you going to respond?
I would probably say, "No. Why?"
and this friend would relay information, such as "She is coming in town this weekend/getting a divorce/blah blah."
To me, this is a normal thing. This isn't malicious at all.
What do you think? Is this type of conversation classified as talking behind someone's back?
Also, aren't we too old for that crap? If
you have an opinion, share it with me. You're my friend. It's not like you're being rude or judgemental.
I'm fairly certain my friends talk about me... And it doesn't bother me! I know whatever they're saying is true and if I need to know, they'll tell me.
This is not earth-shattering stuff, but the episode did make me think.
Until next time...