A reference group can powerfully influence behavior, attitude, and outlook. Think about the reference groups in your own life. Choose a reference group with whom you most closely identify and reflect on how that identification has influenced you. Think of the pros and cons that may exist because of trying to measure up against that group. On a piece of paper, write the heading benefits on one side and drawbacks on the other. Next, list 3–5 items under each heading. For example, you may identify with a group of influencers on social media. A benefit of this may be that you know the latest tic toc dances; a drawback might be that you feel dowdy and out of shape compared to the influencers in your reference group.