wuchak
Member
You might want to have a discussion with the boss that she told. The conversation should be something along the lines of,
Opening
"I understand that something I told a formerly trusted co-worker in a confidential private conversation was repeated to you and others and there may be some misunderstanding as a result. I wanted to come and discuss this with you to make sure there is no problem."
Closing
"Thank-you. Next time I'll be more careful who I trust"
Basically this conversation needs to take place to make sure that the boss knows the facts and they also are aware that your co-worker cannot be trusted to keep her mouth shut on confidential matters. It will end her advancement and possibly her career at the company. Nobody wants someone working for them that cannot be trusted. You may also discover that the big boss doesn't care and that you are worrying for nothing. At a minimum you'll feel better knowing your side of things have been heard.
Opening
"I understand that something I told a formerly trusted co-worker in a confidential private conversation was repeated to you and others and there may be some misunderstanding as a result. I wanted to come and discuss this with you to make sure there is no problem."
Closing
"Thank-you. Next time I'll be more careful who I trust"
Basically this conversation needs to take place to make sure that the boss knows the facts and they also are aware that your co-worker cannot be trusted to keep her mouth shut on confidential matters. It will end her advancement and possibly her career at the company. Nobody wants someone working for them that cannot be trusted. You may also discover that the big boss doesn't care and that you are worrying for nothing. At a minimum you'll feel better knowing your side of things have been heard.