Gossip

Never let evil talk pass your lips. Get rid of all bitterness, anger, harsh words, slander, and malice of every kind. -from Ephesians 4:29-32

If you can't say somethin' nice, don't say anythin' at all. -from the movie Bambi

Unfortunately, this is often disregarded because too many people look to short-term rewards and not the bigger picture that God encourages us to see. Politicians have research that more votes are more determined by negative ads than positive ones. That's because studies have shown we are often motivated by emotion than logic. Anger is a stronger emotion than logic.

In the moment, it's sometimes difficult to think clearly, especially if we are relying on ourselves. But if we look to God for strength, we will have the grace to say what needs to be said (if anything) and more importantly: do what needs to be done, whether it is voting with a clear conscience or stopping the verbal assualt in school when the momentum seems turned against a defenseless person (whether justified or not).