College is full of new people, new experiences, and new opportunities. Some will be great for you. Others might push you in directions you didn’t expect.
Knowing what you believe and what matters to you makes it easier to make decisions when the pressure is on.
Talk about it:
- What are some things you won’t compromise on?
- What will you do if your friends make choices you don’t agree with?
- Who can you talk to when you’re feeling pressured?
You don’t have to follow the crowd to find your place.

