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Namimah (gossip) and gheebah (backbiting) are negative social behaviours that cause significant harm to both individuals and organizations. These behaviours disrupt social harmony, erode trust, and cause reputational damage, particularly in organizational settings where productivity and morale can be significantly affected. Despite their clear condemnation in Islamic teachings and acknowledgment of their harmful psychological consequences, these behaviours persist across societies. Thus, the tendencies of unethical behaviour in self and in organization motivates on this paper. This research aims to examine the multifaceted impacts of namimah and gheebah from Islamic psychological and organizational perspectives. The study seeks to identify the underlying causes, consequences, and potential strategies for mitigating these negative behaviours in both individual and organizational contexts. To achieve the objective, this research adopts a qualitative approach, utilizing a library study to collect data from reliable sources such as books and journal articles. The data was then analysed using inductive reasoning. The findings indicate that these behaviours, while pervasive, can be effectively reduced through targeted interventions such as leadership training, open communication policies, and engagement programs within organizations. From an Islamic perspective, addressing the root causes through ethical and moral education is crucial in fostering healthier interpersonal and professional relationships. This research contributes an eye-opener to employers and employees on how these two parties can foster wellbeing in the workplace. Future research should focus on longitudinal studies that explore the long-term effects of namimah and gheebah in both personal and organizational settings, with a particular emphasis on cultural and religious influences in shaping these behaviours.
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