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KEY LEARNING
• All of us face dilemmas: It is normal to find yourself in confusing situations where it becomes
difficult to decide the ideal course of action. Any action should be taken after due consideration
of consequences.
• It is not always easy to do the right thing: Sometimes, even if it is obvious what the right
thing to do would be, you may not be able to find the courage to do it. You may be worried
about angering someone or losing favour with them or something else. You need to ask yourself
what the long-term effects would be and act accordingly.
• It is important to be compassionate: Even if you do not agree with someone and disapprove
of their actions, try to keep in mind that they may have felt forced to do it due to some pressure
or difficult situation.
• You cannot make everyone happy: It is a fact that even if you do everything you can to be
perfect, you will end up displeasing somebody or the other. Because it is impossible to keep
everyone happy at all times, it is better to stick to your values and do what you feel is right.
MY SPACE...
Give an example of positive peer pressure that you may have experienced.
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What do you think would have happened if Nidhi had refused to bunk school? Would it have been
worse or better than what had happened?
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SOME IMPORTANT INFORMATION
1. Peer pressure is most common in adolescents.
2. Peer pressure affects us in all stages of life.
3. Peer pressure can influence choices and appearances.
4. 30% of teens opt for drugs while in high school because of peer pressure.
5. Peer pressure leads to lack of self-esteem.
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