Running Smoothly: Developing a Positive Self-Image

Although the term has a negative connotation, not all forms of peer pressure are bad. In fact, sometimes the pressure you experience from your peers can be beneficial. For example, you may feel pressure from your peers to complete your portion of a group project. If you have ever been part of a sports team, you may have felt pressured to practice. Take a moment to think about your negative and positive experiences with peer pressure. How did you react to this pressure? Do you think you made the best decision? Is there anything you would change about your decision?