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.
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.
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.
The
Solution
The Delay Instant Gratification for a Better Life project aims to tackle this issue head-on by providing young people with the tools and resources they need to develop patience, perseverance, and critical thinking skills. We believe that by delaying gratification, young people can achieve more in the long run and build a foundation for future success.
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Our solution is based on experiential learning combined with reflective writing and theatre methods, designed to engage young people in a way that promotes self-reflection, problem-solving, and resilience. Through training toolkits, youth workshops, and online educational resources, we provide structured support to help youth understand the value of long-term rewards and teach them strategies to manage their impulses.
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By addressing the problem of instant gratification, this project helps young people build a more empowered mindset, improve their decision-making skills, and ultimately set them on the path to a successful future.
The
Milestones
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The
Outputs
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Our
Partners
ORNAMENT
Ornament is a non-governmental organization dedicated to improving the lives of young people facing social exclusion. They focus on youth empowerment, education, and integration, providing youth with the skills and resources to improve their employability and personal development. Ornament’s experience in running impactful programs ensures that they bring invaluable insight into our collaborative efforts to promote social inclusion.
Coaching Bulgaria Association
CBA is a professional body focused on enhancing the quality of coaching and personal development in Bulgaria. They specialize in training youth workers and coaches, providing support for young people in non-formal settings. Their extensive experience in coaching methodologies and youth development makes them a key partner in developing the training toolkit and supporting the implementation of our training programs.
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JumpInHub
JumpInHub is a youth-driven organization in Portugal, dedicated to fostering entrepreneurship and innovation through non-formal education. Their expertise in entrepreneurial learning and personal development helps empower youth, especially those from disadvantaged backgrounds. JumpInHub plays a pivotal role in spreading the project's impact and facilitating the training of both young people and youth workers.
Life4You
Life4You is an education-focused enterprise from Slovenia that brings innovative methods to the youth sector. Specializing in stress prevention and personal development, they work to improve well-being and develop resilience among young people. With a deep understanding of youth psychology and digital learning, Life4You is instrumental in creating online resources and training content for the project.
Sky Centre
Sky Centre, based in Bulgaria, is a dynamic training hub committed to youth education and skills development. Their work focuses on enhancing educational outcomes and promoting social inclusion for vulnerable groups. By providing research-driven insights and effective youth training strategies, Sky Centre ensures the project's activities are impactful and sustainable across multiple regions.
Flexskill
Flexskill is an education-focused organization that specializes in training programs for youth workers and educational institutions. Based in Slovakia, they focus on management, innovative teaching, and youth empowerment through non-formal education methods. Flexskill brings expertise in developing customized courses and training toolkits that enhance the quality and effectiveness of youth work, making them a valuable partner in the development of the project’s educational resources.
