Comparing yourself from other people is unavoidable. You have this innate desire to know how you are doing compared to others in terms of intelligence, beauty, salary and other aspects of life. More often than not, you feel pressured trying to hold and maintain the standards that the majority set for the rest to follow.
Why bother with the pressure?
Pressure is a big factor in understanding how an individual comes up to a decision. It usually comes from the people around you, from your friends, colleagues, family members, and significant others. That is why we have this concept of PEER PRESSURE which pertains to the influential prowess that other people hold over our decisions and actions. There are two types of peer pressure– the good peer pressure and the bad peer pressure. The latter is usually involved among individuals influencing each other negatively such as using illegal drugs, participating in reckless unprotected sex and gambling. This bad peer pressure intends you to do the things that you really want to do but still would consider of doing for the sake of your peer’s acceptance towards you. Hence, bad peer pressure doesn’t do you any good. It will only give more problems should you fall into the addiction trap and eventually need help overcoming addiction.
Since we should not focus on the negative peer pressure, we should learn how we can maximize our attention in accommodating good peer pressure.
Surround Yourself With Personable People
Peer pressure is not always a bad thing. When you surround yourself with personable individuals, you will feel pressured to also be personable. This is a good thing because these individuals will motivate you to do better and perform better.
It is also crucial that younger individuals should be surrounded by good peer pressure for them to engage in positive activities that can develop a positive personality. Good peer pressure is one of the major influence that can help them to excel.
Be the Best Version of Yourself
Moreover, you don’t need to look for positive peer pressure at all. Start the positive pressure within you. Motivate yourself to eat healthier, exercise daily and stay humble and kind. People around you will notice the positive pressure you are exerting. You will be their source of good peer pressure. They will be motivated for sure to be the best versions of themselves just like what you are showing them.
Do not be anxious whenever you feel pressured. Assess the peer pressure and if it’s a good peer pressure, embrace it. Use the good peer pressure to fuel your energy to excel in greater lengths.
