It’s a lovely idea, isn’t it? That being quiet, diligent, and dependable will naturally lead to recognition and growth. That people will just know what you want. That your energy will speak for itself.
But here’s the truth: silence can be a form of self-abandonment.
You can work hard, stay on top of everything, and still be overlooked. Not because you’re not good enough—but because you haven’t claimed your space. You haven’t spoken your truth.
In the spiritual world, we talk about alignment. But alignment requires clarity. It requires communication. The universe responds to intention, not assumption.
If you don’t speak up, no one will know what lights you up—or what drains you.
No one will know that the weekly report feels like a soul-sucking chore and you’d rather it be shared across the team.
No one will know that you have a master’s in data science and that your soul sparks at the idea of diving into that new project—unless you say it.
Silence doesn’t protect you. It hides you.
Repetition Is a Spiritual Practice
Sometimes, you have to repeat yourself. Not because people aren’t listening, but because energy takes time to shift. You’re planting seeds. You’re training the soil.
Think of it like teaching a toddler how to tie their shoes. You don’t say it once and expect mastery. You guide. Rinse and repeat. You hold space for the learning.
So if there’s something you want—something that feels aligned with your gifts—keep saying it. Monthly check-ins. Casual conversations. Intentional nudges.
Trust me, you’re not being annoying. You’re being clear. The Universe takes time to shift…
Taking Up Space Is Sacred Work
Taking up space isn’t just about career progression, or expanding a group’s awareness or educating people. It’s about soul expansion.
Consider walking into rooms with your full energy. Trusting that your voice matters. It’s about choosing connection over comfort.
Sometimes, it means chatting with someone new over coffee. Sometimes, it means sharing your expertise with a project lead or a community action leader. It means speaking up in a meeting or a full room—even if your heart is pounding.
If you’ve ever sat in a meeting thinking, “I know more about this than they do,” then it’s time.
Say the thing.
Don’t Make Yourself Small
The world will try to shrink you. Don’t help it.
At first, you might need a plan. One sentence in a meeting. One email to your manager. One moment of courage.
You might feel awkward. Might chicken out. You might say it and feel exposed.
But you’ll survive. And you’ll grow.
And you might just find that people are listening. That your words carry weight. That your presence shifts the room.
So don’t hide. Don’t fade. Don’t wait.
Step forward. Speak your truth.
Take up the space.
