buck the trend
go with flow
spur someone into action
take the initiative
bow down
turn a blind eye
step up to the mark
bury your head in the sand
follow someone's lead
go against the grain
Mark yourself ready to take responsibility.
to be obviously different from the way that a situation is developing generally, especially in connection with financial matters
to encourage someone to do something. The thought of failing my exams spurred me into action. His comments spurred me on to success
to do the same thing that someone else has done He followed her lead and voted in favor of the proposal.
ignore unpleasant realities.
contrary to the natural inclination or feeling of someone or something
be the first to take action in a particular situation
to show weakness by agreeing to the demands or following the orders of (someone or something)
pretend not to notice.
be relaxed and accept a situation, rather than trying to alter or control it.