Office gossip destroys careers, however, if you are only listening to gossip:
You are not guilty of gossiping, after all, you were just listening and not passing it on.
You have a deeper understanding of the complex problems of your associations and can offer help when necessary.
You are just as guilty as the one who is telling you gossip.
(C) You are just as guilty as the one who is telling you gossip.
Explanation:
