Speak Out and Be Heard!
Find your voice!
You’ve quietly taken in the world around you, felt the feelings, and had imaginary debates in your head about what you should say when a topic you’re passionate about comes up.
The need to create and speak out has been a part of human nature for millennia from the first human charcoal paintings found in the Caves of Altamira.
Real talk:
You hesitate to post that comment or speak up at family dinner when Uncle Ron says something inappropriate because you’re not 100% sure that you can truly articulate your thoughts or back up your argument. It’s easier and safer to stay quiet and not ruffle any feathers.
Real talk: You’re just a student or an employee. There are people far more educated on these subjects than you. Who are you to speak up and even attempt to make a difference? All you have to do is log onto social media to realize that A) You can’t change other people’s minds and B) Even your most genius posts and comment replies will eventually get swallowed up by algorithms anyway.
Real talk: Tell that to people who consider themselves ordinary, and yet changed the course of history with their votes, words, art, and actions! If speaking your truth can inspire or change even one person, you’ll have made an impact on someone that day.
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