I started a job working in IT and while it’s been a great change of pace, it was brought to my attention that it too chatty at work. Don’t get me wrong, this doesn’t affect my ability to do my job and what’s more, I don’t interfere with other people’s work. I take my cues. But given a recent issue at work, I’ve decided that it’s probably best that I don’t speak at all anymore. It’s not as though I have a voice. I tried to speak up in regards to my supervisor taking a letter of appreciation away from me (it’s technically my mail) because she felt as though I didn’t deserve it and when I brought it up, my supervisor grew defensive and started yelling. I had no voice to advocate for myself. Instead, I told her I was sorry for ever bringing it up. As in I hate that Even bothered trying to get something back that was rightfully mine whether she agreed with it or not.