In life, there are certain moments we all have or will have peers i.e. Agemates, classmates, a comrade, a companion or an associate. Though it is believed that peer influence is stronger at certain levels of growth and maturity in life which some didn't manage well and ended in shipwreck, however, there are other ones whose rising and achievements in life is as a result of the positive peer pressure or influence. One thing about peer pressure is the ability to influence and impact either positively or negatively with the choice left with individuals.
Personally, i had an experience of positive peer pressure and influence in two remarkable ways. The first was when i was in the secondary school and had the chance to have some friends then who are studious and hard-working, these are my peers and we do have academic relationship together. We all graduated well and up till now, doing well in our chosen field of endeavors. Some who did otherwise and were negatively influenced have themselves to be blamed. In addition, through peer influence from my professional colleagues, i was motivated to do something remarkable along my professional career haven seen and encouraged by them to do it.
As i saw many of my peers in the professional space owing and having their own healthcare outlet with few encouraging me likewise with practical guides and steps they took to achieve this, this spur me into action even as i began that of mine. Though challenges came along the way and it was looking like i should give up, but i later achieved my dreamed outlet. Therefore, i can say that we turn out in life to be exactly the direct product of our influences or pressures especially from our peers. It is worthy of note to know that one shouldn't be frivolous about the power of influence and impact peer pressure can bring to someone's life and hence, cautious selection of right associates, friends and peers.
There has been cases of good peers deliberately forcing or stylishly tipping their friends to do something good and worthwhile which ordinarily, the person might not want to do. It's unfortunate that we have seen the negative peer pressure more than than the good ones which makes it incredible for some people to believe in it. I am a strong advocate of positive peer pressure even as this is a way of helping some to be the best they can be. From my experience above, i believe peer pressure on the positive wise can be helpful in achieving some desired results in life but the ultimacy and how things will turn to be still depends in the individual. Instead of rivalry, bitterness, unhealthy competition among peers, positive peer influence is the way forward to achieve great and amazing results. Life lived by positive influence on others is a life worth living for and remembered for. Thanks so much for reading even as comments and contributions are welcomed.
This is my entry to @Hivelearners weekly featured contents, week 153 edition 03 on "The Good Pressure" 
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That's great influence there. Having the right peers in school plays a huge role on how serious one can be and achieve success.
Also owning your own private centre is something good especially with the way your friends supported you.
Well spoken 👌
That's the power of positive peer pressure and influence
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This is true having the right friends has helped you, and we all must touch the lives of others too positively.
Agreed ✅👌
You've spoken well
Thanks so much for your awesome comments
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I have been in situations where my friend's seriousness spurred me to become serious too. Environment plays a very big role in shaping our lives
True 💯
I agree with you
The more reason to stay in and with the right set of peers.
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I also think that positive pressure brings much more positive things than negative ones, when we are remembered and held accountable by people who want to see us in a higher place, consequently we are able to grow and evolve together.
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I quite agree with you
Thanks so much for these awesome comments