I have a close friend who, as the title suggests, loves nothing more than to gossip about other people. No one is off limits (which I have no doubt will include me behind my back too)
For various reasons I still enjoy spending time with this friend, and we share some common interests - so going 'no contact' isn't what I want to do.
What I am looking for advice on is how to shut her down (politely) when she starts to gossip? A couple of key phrases to use on repeat until she gets the message. Nothing abrasive please.