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Outputs
The “Good Things Come to Those Who Wait” booklet is a practical educational tool developed under the Erasmus+ project Delay Instant Gratification (DIG). It helps young people strengthen self-control, patience, focus, and emotional awareness in a world full of instant rewards.
Through five interactive learning modules, it teaches essential life skills like time management, problem-solving, emotional regulation, resisting social pressure, and maintaining focus. The booklet combines reflection, creative exercises, and everyday examples to help youth build perseverance and make thoughtful decisions that lead to long-term success.
What is it about?
“Good Things Come to Those Who Wait – Or How Delayed Gratification Can Help You Become Your Best Self” is a structured training guide for teenagers and youth workers focused on developing self-discipline and delayed gratification skills.
It consists of five modules:
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Time Management – mastering priorities, planning deadlines, and avoiding time traps.
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Problem-Solving Under Pressure – staying calm, thinking clearly, and breaking problems into steps.
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Social Influence on Behaviour – understanding peer pressure, social media influence, and identity.
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Emotional Awareness and Regulation – recognizing, understanding, and managing emotions effectively.
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Focus and Concentration – training attention, minimizing distractions, and building mental endurance.
Each module includes activities, journaling prompts, and reflection exercises designed to encourage experiential learning and personal growth.
The booklet supports young people in making better decisions, resisting impulsive choices, and pursuing long-term goals, while providing youth workers with ready-to-use materials for workshops and group sessions.