Learn how to cope with peer pressure

 Peer pressure-This is a strong pressure on youths, especially in schools and while away 
from their parents and guidance. Many youths have fallen victim to this influence. Moreover, some youths have successfully conquered peer pressure.

    AM I ALREADY A VICTIM?

Peer pressure can be so subtle that you do not realize when you have fallen victim to it. What your peers do, how they speak, what they wear may seem ordinary to you, that at times you feel being a part is just standard. When you feel that fitting among your peer is normal, you would not realize how much you have been affected. Peer influence is never eluded by anyone. In fact, the influence of your parents wanes as you grow older and the urge to be renowned by your peers grow stronger. Who would want to be a slave to another? Apparently none, you do not want to be controlled by another person, but yet that is exactly what peer influence is all about. They lure you to do what they are doing, in the real sense you are being enslaved to them. Obviously, there is every need for you to resist peer pressure.

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                    HOW CAN I RESIST PEER PRESSURE?

       As no one is immune to peer pressure, it is of high importance that you should always be equipped to resist the influence from your peers. One of the factors that can help you to resist peer pressure is: Choosing your associates wisely. Show me your friend and I will tell you who you are. Those you associate with, determines your mind set and reveals what you are likely to become. So it is wise to associate with those who will have a positive influence on you.

     Another factor that can help you to resist peer pressure is: Anticipation. Suppose you see a group of your school mate ahead, and they are smoking. By thinking about the possibility of them asking you to join them, will enable you to decide either to avoid or to confront them. Anticipation can also help you to be well prepared to face a challenge posed by your peers.

      Next, think! You might ask yourself. If they ask me to be a part, what reply will I give to them? By giving in to their pressure, what will be the outcome? Suppose my parents were here, what will they likely want me to do? After thinking, your next step is to decide on what to do, as you decide think about the result of your choice. Of course you would never make a choice that will have a negative effect on you at the end.

    Finally, go into action. You may feel this is the hardest part, to be realistic, ones you have thought about something and you have made a conclusion in your mind, it will be super easy for you to work towards your thoughts. Never forget, you have the freedom to make choices. No one will stop you from doing what is right for yourself. With full conviction that what you are doing is for your own good, stand up to the challenge! Note: It takes an intrepid mind to do this. Entertaining negative thoughts will only make you lose your self confidence, never doubt your self, be resolute in your mind never to give in to the influence from your peers.

In summary, here are the isolated points for you to keep in mind, as discussed above…….

•         Avoid such people that will readily ruin your moral standards.

•          Mingle with those who have a positive mind set.

•          Seek for help when and where necessary.

•         When a pressure is becoming more intense, leave the scene immediately.

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 Peer pressure-This is a strong pressure on youths, especially in schools and while away 
from their parents and guidance. Many youths have fallen victim to this influence. Moreover, some youths have successfully conquered peer pressure.

    AM I ALREADY A VICTIM?

Peer pressure can be so subtle that you do not realize when you have fallen victim to it. What your peers do, how they speak, what they wear may seem ordinary to you, that at times you feel being a part is just standard. When you feel that fitting among your peer is normal, you would not realize how much you have been affected. Peer influence is never eluded by anyone. In fact, the influence of your parents wanes as you grow older and the urge to be renowned by your peers grow stronger. Who would want to be a slave to another? Apparently none, you do not want to be controlled by another person, but yet that is exactly what peer influence is all about. They lure you to do what they are doing, in the real sense you are being enslaved to them. Obviously, there is every need for you to resist peer pressure.

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                    HOW CAN I RESIST PEER PRESSURE?

       As no one is immune to peer pressure, it is of high importance that you should always be equipped to resist the influence from your peers. One of the factors that can help you to resist peer pressure is: Choosing your associates wisely. Show me your friend and I will tell you who you are. Those you associate with, determines your mind set and reveals what you are likely to become. So it is wise to associate with those who will have a positive influence on you.

     Another factor that can help you to resist peer pressure is: Anticipation. Suppose you see a group of your school mate ahead, and they are smoking. By thinking about the possibility of them asking you to join them, will enable you to decide either to avoid or to confront them. Anticipation can also help you to be well prepared to face a challenge posed by your peers.

      Next, think! You might ask yourself. If they ask me to be a part, what reply will I give to them? By giving in to their pressure, what will be the outcome? Suppose my parents were here, what will they likely want me to do? After thinking, your next step is to decide on what to do, as you decide think about the result of your choice. Of course you would never make a choice that will have a negative effect on you at the end.

    Finally, go into action. You may feel this is the hardest part, to be realistic, ones you have thought about something and you have made a conclusion in your mind, it will be super easy for you to work towards your thoughts. Never forget, you have the freedom to make choices. No one will stop you from doing what is right for yourself. With full conviction that what you are doing is for your own good, stand up to the challenge! Note: It takes an intrepid mind to do this. Entertaining negative thoughts will only make you lose your self confidence, never doubt your self, be resolute in your mind never to give in to the influence from your peers.

In summary, here are the isolated points for you to keep in mind, as discussed above…….

•         Avoid such people that will readily ruin your moral standards.

•          Mingle with those who have a positive mind set.

•          Seek for help when and where necessary.

•         When a pressure is becoming more intense, leave the scene immediately.

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