The Company We Keep

How can friends influence our decision-making?

• Friends have no impact on our choices.

• Friends can make decisions for us without our input.

• Friends only influence our fashion sense.

• Friends influence our decision-making by providing advice, emotional support, and social pressure.

What role do friends play in shaping our values?

• Friends only influence our fashion choices.

• Friends play a crucial role in shaping our values by influencing our beliefs, behaviors, and perspectives through social interactions.

• Friends are irrelevant to our personal beliefs.

• Friends have no impact on our values.

In what ways can friendships impact our mental health?

• Friendships have no effect on mental health.

• Friendships only impact physical health, not mental health.

• Friendships can positively impact mental health by providing support, reducing loneliness, and promoting positive behaviors, while toxic friendships can have negative effects.

• All friendships are beneficial regardless of their nature.

How does peer pressure affect our behavior?

• Peer pressure has no impact on individual choices.

• Peer pressure only leads to negative behavior.

• Peer pressure affects our behavior by influencing us to conform to group norms, which can lead to both positive and negative actions.

• Peer pressure is solely a result of personal insecurities.

Can a person's character be judged by their friends?

• Yes, to some extent.

• Character is solely determined by personal achievements.

• Only if they are famous or influential.

• No, friends have no impact on character.

What qualities do you think are essential in a true friend?

• Selfishness

• Dishonesty

• Indifference

• Loyalty, honesty, empathy, supportiveness, good communication

How do friendships contribute to personal growth?

• Friendships lead to isolation and loneliness.

• Friendships contribute to personal growth by providing support, fostering self-reflection, and enhancing communication and empathy.

• Friendships only provide entertainment and distraction.

• Friendships have no impact on personal development.

What are the signs of a toxic friendship?

• Signs of a toxic friendship include negativity, lack of support, manipulation, feeling drained, and disrespect for boundaries.

• Encouraging personal growth

• Always being supportive

• Sharing common interests

How can we choose friends who positively influence us?

• Surround yourself with people who discourage your ambitions

• Choose friends who share similar values, support your goals, and inspire personal growth.

• Choose friends who only agree with you

• Select friends based on their popularity

In what ways can friendships reflect our own character traits?

• Friendships reflect our character traits by showcasing shared values, interests, and behaviors.

• Friendships are only formed through financial benefits.

• Friendships do not influence our character traits at all.

• Friendships are solely based on physical appearance.