You're Not Imagining It—Gossip Leaves Real Wounds.
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When They're Talking About You
The isolation hits first—that sinking realization that you're suddenly on the outside of conversations, relationships, and spaces where you once belonged. The whispers, sideways glances, and sudden silences leave wounds that feel impossible to heal.
If you've been targeted by gossip, character assassination, or workplace toxicity, you know this pain. But there is a path forward.
Written by someone who has walked this difficult journey, When They're Talking About You offers genuine hope for healing. This isn't about ignoring criticism or thinking positive thoughts. It's about building unshakeable confidence rooted in God's truth, not human approval.Through personal experience and biblical wisdom, you'll discover how to:
* Recognize gossip in all its disguises and respond with wisdom rather than reactivity
* Put on daily spiritual armor that protects your peace without making you defensive
* Create protective boundaries without isolating yourself from healthy relationships
* Build confidence founded on who God says you are
* Navigate forgiveness—not to excuse them, but to reclaim your freedom
* Transform from victim to victor through God's redemptive powerWhether you're dealing with workplace drama, church conflict, or family dysfunction, this book provides the spiritual tools and practical wisdom to not just survive these attacks, but emerge stronger and more confident in your identity.
"The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still." - Exodus 14:14
You are not defined by what they say about you. You are fearfully and wonderfully made, chosen by God, and worthy of peace. This book will help you believe it—and live it.
Who Is This Book For
This Book Is For:
The isolated — You've been pushed to the outside of relationships and conversations where you once belonged. The whispers and sideways glances have left deep wounds.
The targeted — Whether it's workplace toxicity, church conflict, or family dysfunction, you've been the victim of gossip or character assassination and you're searching for a way forward.
The weary — You're tired of thinking positive thoughts that don't work. You need unshakeable confidence rooted in God's truth, not human approval.
The ready — You want to move from victim to victor, build protective boundaries, and reclaim your freedom through biblical wisdom and God's redemptive power.
The believer — You know you're not defined by what they say about you, and you're ready to live like it.
About Lea Cole
About the Author
I didn't write this book from a distance. I've experienced the sting of character attacks and watched others endure the same. But more than that, I've witnessed how thoughtlessly we treat each other—how easily gossip spreads, how quickly reputations crumble, and how deeply the wounds go.
This book was born not only from my experience but also a strong sense that we need to continue the conversation. The vision that God placed on my heart. My hope is that these pages offer not just understanding, but true healing for anyone who's been hurt by gossip or who needs to reckon with the impact of their own words.