1: Introduction Can you think of an instance when someone deeply harmed you? This can be a friend who broke your trust, a loved one who disappointed you, or a co-worker who undercut your efforts. In these situations, forgiveness may appear to be an impossible task. Have you ever thought about the transformational power of forgiveness? In this blog post, you will learn about the powerful impact forgiveness can have on your live, as well as the great freedom and inner peace it provides. 2: What is Forgiveness Forgiveness is often seen as an act of weakness. However, this is a skill that only the strongest and most mature people possess. Forgiveness can liberate you from a constant anger towards a person and can cure relationships. As Buddha once said: “ Holding on to anger is like grasping a hot coal with the intent of throwing it at someone else; you are the one who gets burned .”. You can better understand this quote with an example: Imagine your best friend broke your trust by t...
1: Introduction
2: Importance of delayed gratitude
As previously mentioned, delayed gratitude can help us
achieve greater success and happiness in our lives. By practicing delayed
gratitude, we learn to appreciate the good things that are yet to come, rather
than always seeking instant gratification. This allows us to feel satisfied
even when we may not be feeling amazing in the present moment. Ultimately,
delayed gratitude helps us shift our focus from short-term pleasure to
long-term fulfillment, which can lead to a more meaningful and satisfying life.
Here are some extra key reasons why delayed gratitude is important:
1. Builds resilience: Life is full of ups and downs,
and delayed gratitude helps us build resilience in the face of setbacks and
challenges. Life is full of ups and downs, and delayed gratitude helps us build
resilience in the face of setbacks and challenges. Life is full of ups and
downs, and delayed gratitude helps us build resilience in the face of setbacks
and challenges.
2. Increases well-being: Several researches have shown
that practising delayed gratitude can have a positive impact on our mental and
physical health. Most importantly, it reduces stress and increases our
self-image.
3. Promotes patience: Patience is not always a skill
that is of high value in this world because of the focus on instant
gratification. But patience is very much needed in our daily lives as we strive
to accomplish our goals. Let’s say you want to have a promotion on your job. To
achieve that, you will need to have patience because you will not achieve that
in the next couple of days.
4. Encourages mindfullness: When we practice delayed
gratitude, we become more aware of the present moment and the good things that
are happening in our lives. This mindfulness can help us appreciate the journey
and stay present, rather than constantly focusing on the past or the future.
3: Practice delayed gratitude
While delayed gratification may seem challenging to
implement, it is a valuable skill to have in order to achieve long-term goals.
Here’s a 3-step practical plan to help you incorporate delayed gratification
into your daily routines:
1. Start by setting a goal for yourself. This can be
big or small, as long as it is meaningful and aligned with your values. An
example could be to run 5 kilometers by the end of the month.
2. Split your goal into multiple smaller goals.
This is important to prevent procrastination and to create a sense of
accomplishment along the way. For example, you could set a smaller goal to run
1 kilometer by the end of the first week.
3. Develop a plan to achieve your goals. Consistency
is key, so focus on building habits that support your goal. For example, start
with a 10-minute workout every day and gradually increase the duration and
intensity.
By setting specific, achievable goals and developing a plan
to achieve them, you can practice delayed gratification in a practical way.
Remember to celebrate your progress along the way and stay committed to
your long-term goals. With time and practice, delayed gratification can become
a natural part of your daily routines.
4: Mindset shift
Many people approach decisions about difficult tasks, like
working out, with a mindset of doing what they want in the moment. However, I
have experienced with a lot of succes reframing your mindset to: “If I do this,
will I regret this afterwards”. By focusing on the long-term benefits of
difficult tasks, like exercise, people can more easily motivate themselves to
engage in challenging activities. In short, a shift in mindset to consider
potential regrets later can be a helpful tool for implementing delayed
gratification.
5: Conclusion
The most important thing I want you to remember is that delayed gratitude, by shifting our focus from short-term pleasure to long-term fulfillment, helps us build resilience, increase well-being, promote patience, and encourage mindfulness in our daily lives. By setting specific, achievable goals and developing a plan to achieve them, delayed gratification can become a natural part of our daily routines.
6: Your next steps
1. Set a goal: Set a goal you want to achieve to become more
physically or mentally healthy. (60 seconds)
2. Split your goal: Split your goal into multiple smaller goals to
fight temptations and procrastination. (60 seconds)
3. Develop a plan: Develop a plan to achieve them by making a daily
routine. (60 seconds)
4. Stay Connected: Click the "about me" section on the right side of this page and hit the Pinterest button to follow me. By staying connected, you'll receive regular updates on future blog posts about personal development, allowing you to continue expanding your knowledge and motivation. It only takes a few seconds, but the benefits are priceless. (10 seconds)
Example:
1. Goal: Run 5 kilometers by the end of the month
2. Subgoals: The first week, I will be able to run 1
kilometer, second week 2, third week 3 and at the end I will be able to run 5
kilometers
3. Plan: I will achieve my goal by running each day at least
100 meters more than the previous day while reaching my smaller goals!
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