Delaying gratification
Delay of gratification is the ability to forego an immediate reward in favor of a more important or greater outcome in the future.
Definition
Delaying gratification requires regulating impulses, anticipating consequences, and an environment that does not overload temptation. It is not just a character trait, because it also depends on the sense of security, available resources and the credibility of the future reward. In personal development, it helps build long-term activities.
Key ideas
- Nagroda teraz kontra później
- Kontrola impulsów
- Znaczenie kontekstu
Practice and life
When tempted, use a 10-minute delay and ask: Does this reward support my goal for the week?
Common misunderstanding
It is a mistake to moralize every instant pleasure. The second mistake is to set prohibitions without designing the environment.
Questions for self-reflection
- Jaka nagroda teraz oddala mnie od większego celu?
- Co mogę przygotować, by łatwiej wytrzymać opóźnienie?
- Czy przyszła nagroda jest dla mnie konkretna i wiarygodna?