The ability to delay an impulse for an immediate reward to receive a more favourable reward at a later time
Delayed gratification is the ability to wait for a larger reward in the future instead of taking smaller Reward right away.
The ability to resist the temptation of an immediate reward in favor of a more valuable and long lasting reward later.
The ability to forego smaller Rewards in favour of a larger Rewards later, is called delayed gratification.
The ability to forego a smaller, immediate pleasure to achieve a larger or more enduring benefit in the future.
Delayed gratification is a form of self control and is ability to forsake immediately available Rewards in order to obtain larger-valued outcomes in future.
Delayed gratification plays an important role in human motivation, especially in relation to long terms goal, which requires consistency, self control, and focus.
Instant gratification is the opposite of Delayed gratification. Being unable to resist immediate pleasure often leads to impulsive Behaviour resulting in unhealthy habits, resulting in addiction, and risk taking.
Set longterm goals, and visualize the outcome of your daily weekly and monthly goals.
Make a plan , create a reward system, and make a plan to achieve your goals.
Track your progress to help you stay consistent.
Build a support system, surround yourself with people who can help u stay motivated.
Make small changes every day and stay consistent.
Examples of Delayed gratification include going to Gym daily with the expectation of more strength in a few months time.
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Studying hard now for a reward after the study session.
Not eating everything on your plate.
Saving money for retirement plan instead of spending it now.
Eating healthier by delaying desserts.
Waiting for someone to finish speaking before responding.
Working out longer to get stronger.
Learning and adding new words in your vocabulary promotes long term rewards and fulfillment.
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