Expecting Immediate Results Might Hold You Back From Achieving Your Dreams

The science-backed reasons why you should stop desiring instant gratification.

Anangsha Alammyan
Mind Cafe
Published in
6 min readOct 30, 2020

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Wouldn’t it be awesome if you could suddenly sell a million copies of your book, build a seven-figure business or have so much passive income, you don’t need to work another day in your life? Sure, an overnight success story is the stuff dreams are made of. All of us want to reap the rewards without putting in years of hard work.

But here’s the bitter truth: experts say overnight success creates addictive tendencies and might make you more impulsive. The inability to control your whims might lead to always seeking short-term pleasure. This can drastically reduce your ability to reach your highest potential.

This article takes a look at the science behind why expecting results immediately is not going to work for you in the long run. It delves into how this habit might actually be holding you back from achieving all that you’re capable of. It also lays out a step-by-step guide to how you can avoid the temptations of succumbing to instant gratification and really focus on committing to a long-term goal.

Why Immediate Results Are So Desirable

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