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> People who can delay gratification are likely those who have the means to do so to begin with. What kind of means? Psychological means? Delayed gratification
by teilo 9y ago
> People who can delay gratification are likely those who have the means to do so to begin with.
What kind of means? Psychological means? Delayed gratification implies that the object of one's desire is not a staple of life. Therefore delayed gratification works to one's favor if they are limited by finances or time. This whole thing sounds like a water is wet argument to me.
- tabeth 9y ago> Delayed gratification implies that the object of one's desire is not a staple of life. I don't agree with this statement. > Therefore delayed gratification works to one's favor if they are limited by finances or time. It's not that difficult -- delaying gratification is about making a calculation about expected value and utility. Questions such as, will I get more if I delay are obviously considered. Other questions such as whether I want more, or whether or not I actually think I will get more are also considered.