When should speak up? | Why speaking up is IMPORTANT?

Knowing what to say and how you say it is not enough preparation for mastering the art of communication.
Speaking up may be difficult in general; let's face that fact. However, there are times that you should voice out your thoughts or inner commotions that can help you in various aspects. So, the question is, when should you speak up?
Knowing when to voice your views is critical when it comes to public speaking. Unfortunately, many individuals choose to remain silent when they should state something important. They don't want to share their thoughts mainly because they are afraid that something bad will happen.
On the other hand, speaking way too much can also be damaging to your argument, especially when you don’t think about what comes out of your mouth. If that’s you, then take a look at my other video on the three ways to think before you speak.
So when should you actually speak up? Here are some situations:
First, when you disapprove of something. You may believe that being quiet keeps you out of trouble, yet the contrary is true. Remember, even when you don't say anything, you're already communicating. People are always aware of your contributions whenever you are engaged in a scenario.
Disapproving and saying something might seem difficult. But, imagine you say nothing, and the situation continues. In that case, some people may see your actions as enabling this situation and conclude that the problem is equally your responsibility as the one who initiated it. There's a chance you'll damage relationships and arouse hostility. They rarely say it, but withholding information is seldom appreciated later on.
The second situation when you should speak up is when you want others to think you’re confident. You are awesome, and you have great ideas and viewpoints that others can actually benefit from, and you must voice them out. Be proud of that and speak up! Eventually, this will become second nature, and you'll find yourself speaking out more at work as well as in your personal life.
Always remember that there isn't anybody else who can see things the way you do. And yes, not everything in your head is worth sharing, but with enough care and consideration, you should be able to contribute something useful in most instances. More so, you can be the one who puts the last piece together in a discussion.
Remember that being silent makes it difficult for others to notice your abilities, values, goals, and objectives. It will take many opportunities away from you if you sit about and wait for others to note or read your thoughts.
The third situation when you should speak up is when you are in an unhappy situation. It might be frustrating if your coworker comes up with a concept that sounds identical to something you had brought up with them in the last meeting. That’s a tough situation, and you have to speak up.
A job has standards and norms that you must observe and leadership that you must recognize if you feel the urge to express yourself, but smothering it and leaving it on the side is an issue. Everyone deserves to express themselves freely as long as you do not abuse your right to free speech.
The Fourth situation when you should speak up is when everybody is silent. Perhaps you're not the only one who’s scared to speak up and voice your thoughts. And maybe others in the room are thinking the same thing and just waiting for someone else to say it. That’s an opportunity to shine. On the other hand, you might have brought up a point, and others in the room are afraid to build on top of it. By you speaking up, you actually give others the confidence to do the same.
To wrap things off, here are two additional quotations:
Rather than resenting in silence, it's best to express yourself.
If you avoid disagreement to maintain harmony, you are setting yourself up for conflict.
Put another way, when you don't speak your opinion, you start to feel resentful and unworthy. It impacts your life in general, including your health, relationships, work, and family. Do not hold this grudge against yourself because you failed to speak out; instead, find your voice and speak up.
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