When I started my current job (I am a youth worker) I decided that I was going to be assertive.
In the past I had sat back and was passive. If I didn't agree with something I would hold it in.
So with this new job, I asked questions and started saying something when it didn't align with my values or the company policy.
Recently, due to personal stress I found myself reacting out of fear. I reported safety issues that I feel are valid but I did it in a way that was inpatient and demanding.
I feel like this was a good learning opportunity and I am slowly trying to find ways of building a relationship again with my managers.
I would like to know what peoples thoughts are on this topic?