dont engage in gossip. women learn one thing about someone else, and all of a sudden she puts it out there to anyone with an ear. wants to go on about so and so and his/her personal business. I believe it comes a lot from their competitive nature, and its done so that they can point at and look down on someone behind their back - as rarely does gossip turn into an intervention, or helping hand of some sort for the person with troubles.
and once she drags you into it, it validates her gossping subjects as relevant as youre entertaining it. so make sure to cut that shyt off, especially if its something thats not pertinent to you, or your business with someone. just cut it short and change the topic or get ready to bounce. let her know youre not interested in who is fukking who, someone in her office is cheating on their spouse, or if he or she from around the way can pay their bills. manage your circle and what you talk about. dont let that gossiping shyt go around you heavy.