Do you ever have that feeling that you really have something to say but don't want the social backlash for it? Do you have strong opinions, but are afraid to state them because you know you'll get hate from the opposing side. Honestly, same.
I constantly write articles on social issues and then delete them, because I'm afraid of the backlash that I will receive from the public if it were to somehow, miraculously, go viral. I once wrote a political satire article, and it got reposted on the main Odyssey Facebook page. I got many opposing and rude comments, and still to this day I won't go back and read them because they make me cringe. But, I wrote with my own voice and my own opinion, and that's what matters.
Standing up for what you believe in is difficult, especially if you hate confrontation. You want so badly to change things, but fear it because of what people will say to you about it. I understand because I am in those shoes constantly, in fear of what will be said if I give my opinion. The honest truth is, we shouldn't be afraid. We should be empowered.
Argumentation is a fear of mine. However, if we come into an open discussion with education and evidence, there is really nothing to fear. If you truly feel that your side of the story is justified, honest, and correct, there should be no reason to be afraid talking about it. Everyone has opinions, and the truth is that not everyone is going to like the way you think. That doesn't mean you should be quiet.
If you are passionate about a social issue, fight for it. If you are passionate about opposing a social issue, do it. But be respectful, be mindful of the other people, and think about how you would feel if someone said something hateful to you.
Remember that you can change the world by facing adversity. Let your opinion be known and ALWAYS fight for what you believe is right.