“Discretion [is] the better part of valor…” —Chief Justice John Marshall

When your peers try to get you into stupid things, they often mean well. They think they’re being polite and encouraging you to do something enjoyable. However, if you recognize an activity as purely moronic and damaging, it’s absolutely fine to turn down the offer. They might not be pleased, but don’t let the idea of standing up for your own beliefs scare you. At the end of the day, what’s bad for you is still bad for you, no matter how many of your friends are doing it with you!

(That being said, don’t forget discretion. If your peers are trying to get you to, say, get tested for STDs or stop cutting yourself, it may be better to listen. Keeping a good head on your shoulders is the key!)