S8 EP24: The Power Of Waiting: Delayed Gratification

What is something you were REALLY proud of getting or accomplishing? Now, think of how long it took you. Was it fast? Or did it take you a long time? This week on The Thick Thighs Save Lives Podcast we are talking all about delayed gratification, which is the idea of postponing immediate desires for long-term successes. This concept isn’t just about saying “no” to present desires, but is a powerful mindset that allows us to make intentional decisions that help us reach our fitness, financial, and overall life goals. Delayed Gratificatoin can shape our habits and decision making skills to lead us to a more meaningful and purpose driven life.  Listen in to hear Kelsea and Rachael discuss tips, tricks, and strategies to develop this skill, and how to put it into practice. Topics Discussed in Today's Episode: Delayed gratification as something you have to practice to achieve Demystifying delayed gratification The marshmallow test Flaws in the marshmallow test Overcoming obstacles to develop the skill you want Setting small goals and working up Recognizing your baggage Setting appropriate goals Get off autopilot Identify the reward Success isn’t about willpower. It’s about finding alternatives to get your needs met Go to your subconscious Related Links: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The CVG Nation app, for ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠iPhone⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The CVG Nation app, for Android⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Fitness FB Group⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Thick Thighs Save Lives Workout Programs⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Constantly Varied Gear's ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Workout Leggings⁠⁠