Being Part of a Group

Being part of a group or team can have different meanings, values, and affects on people depending on the circumstances. Groups can be effective, efficient, and productive; They can also be harmful and use their strengths in numbers against other people. Personally, I like to balance working alone and working in groups because then I am able to see all aspects of how each situation works.
One of the problems with groups is that people don't want to or are afraid to stand up to the leader of that group. Take Nazi Germany for example. Hitler was a strong leader who obtained many followers on a principle that went down in fame as one of the most notorious movements in history. It's crazy to think how strong the power of a group can be....
We see groups here at school everyday - here, we call them cliques. I think that this is a perfect example of how people can end up doing things that they normally wouldn't do if they were alone because of the power of groups. This is probably more common in groups of girls than in groups of boys, but many girls feel stronger and better knowing that they have a pact of friends always behind them in case they need help.
To me, being a part of a group is essential - especially at my job. I'm part of a team, and to be part of a team we all have to pull our weight, be able to rationally discuss things, and work toward a common goal. It is a really going feeling knowing that you can accomplish something with other people, and still get individual credit....but don't let groups take away your power to say yes or your power to say NO.