I think one of the most important things someone can do for themselves is speak up when something is not ok. Whether it's in school, university, work, or just life, it's important that you let people know when something is not ok and at least try to change it. Yes it's scary, yes it's daunting and yes it's not the nicest thing to do. But in the long run, it will benefit you somehow.
This is on my mind because today, in uni, my course, our tutor and myself had a meeting to discuss thoughts and feelings about the course and some modules (classes). I won't badmouth or say anything bad on here because that wouldn't be very nice. But, what I will say, is that I think by speaking up we definitely have made a point about some *things* and with any luck we will see some changes.
It's all well and good having an opinion on something or wanting something to change, but if you're not going to let it be known and voice it, then nothing is going to be done. You have to at least try to get someone to listen to you. If people agree with you, try together! Get a group to have a meeting with someone and speak to the face-to-face to try and solve your problem (in life circumstances, I guess that wouldn't apply). Personally I have found that addressing something face-to-face and not via email (or otherwise) is much more effective because not only do you demand a response, but they also can't avoid you! It's also easier to convey the way you're saying things, making sure you don't sound aggressive and just want to discuss! For example, in our meeting today we discussed various things and made it clear that in no way did we think it was the fault of our tutor (he's lovely), however had we done so by email, it may not have come across correctly.
What I'm trying to say in a non-essay long form, is that the best way to make change happen for yourself is to go and do it - or at least try to. You never know what might happen if you speak up, I know it's difficult, but trust me, it's better to do it than regret it.
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