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Sand Dunes

2024-1-PL01-KA220-YOU-000247051

 DIG

DELAY INSTANT GRATIFICATION
FOR A BETTER LIFE

About Project DIG

"Delay Instant Gratification for a Better Life" is a transformative initiative aimed at empowering young people by teaching them the critical skills of patience, perseverance, and delayed gratification. We believe that the ability to delay immediate rewards in favor of long-term success is one of the most important life skills for today’s youth. 

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Through workshops, training toolkits, and online educational resources, the project provides tools to foster resilience, critical thinking, and goal-setting. We are committed to creating accessible, impactful resources to help youth thrive in today’s fast-paced world.

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Our mission is to build a community where young people are not just reacting to the present, but actively shaping their futures through disciplined action and focused determination.

The Problem

In today’s fast-paced, digital world, instant gratification has become a significant challenge for young people. Social media, video games, and on-demand entertainment have created a culture where immediate rewards are expected at every turn. This constant availability of instant pleasure often leads to impulsiveness, poor decision-making, and lack of patience. As a result, many young people struggle to delay short-term gratification in favor of long-term goals.

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The problem is particularly pronounced for youth aged 15-19, especially those from disadvantaged backgrounds, where the lack of mentorship, resources, and support systems exacerbates the issue. These young people find it difficult to prioritize important life goals, such as education, career aspirations, or personal development, due to their tendency to seek immediate rewards instead of working for long-term success.

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Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA). Neither the European Union nor EACEA can be held responsible for them.

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