When faced with a choice, ask yourself:

Do I need to slow down?

Am I being impulsive?

Will I have regrets?

Do I have all the information?

Is it worth the wait?

Reflection Questions

1. Do you consider yourself a patient person, an impatient person, an impulsive person? Does your answer depend on the situation?

For example:

You may be patient at work, but not at home.

You may be able to control your impulses when it comes to food, but not when it comes to money.

PSYCHOLOGY ASSESSMENT

How Impulsive Are You?

2. Identify a time in your life where delaying gratification led to a superior outcome over immediate gratification.

For example:

Eating at a special restaurant once a month versus spending money daily on fast food.

Going for a walk in nature every morning versus scrolling through instagram in bed.

Saving money for the downpayment on a house versus impulse purchases on Amazon.

3. Which factors determine your ability to be patient in challenging situations?

A) Faith and trust

B) Deep breathing

C) Healthy eating

D) A good night’s sleep

E) All of the above

Inspiration for Post

The Marshmallow Test

Delaying Gratification Doubles The Reward

“The Stanford marshmallow experiment was a study on delayed gratification in 1972 led by psychologist Walter Mischel, a professor at Stanford University.

In this study, a child was offered a choice between one small but immediate reward, or two small rewards if they waited for a period of time. During this time, the researcher left the room for about 15 minutes and then returned.

The reward was either a marshmallow or a pretzel stick, depending on the child’s preference. In follow-up studies, the researchers found that children who were able to wait longer tended to have better life outcomes, as measured by SAT scores, educational attainment, body mass index, and other life measures.” Original Source → Click Here

PSYCHOLOGY RESOURCES

Divine Timing Video → Watch Here

Marshmallow Test Video → Watch Here

PSYCHOLOGY HOMEWORK

Make a list of 5 things that help you feel safe and grounded during times of uncertainty. Include your family in the process. Post it on the fridge and commit to the list.