go against the stream

To act or behave in opposition or contrary to what is generally understood, assumed, practiced, or accepted. I had to go against the stream to get the company to adopt more eco-friendly habits, but I think it will be worth it in the long run.

Common Names:

Name	Pronounced	Usage
Urh	-	Slovene
Liliane	-	French
Baker	['beikə]
Amaury	a-mo-REE	French
Spring	SPRING	English
Medusa	mə-DOO-sə (English)	Greek Mythology (Latinized)