Children often test boundaries and explore rules, showcasing their understanding of self-control. This ability involves managing competing desires, exemplified by the famous marshmallow test, which indicated that those who delayed gratification performed better academically later. However, a growing perspective suggests that self-control alone might not be sufficient. This view emphasizes the role of conscientiousness—a trait that includes planning, rule-following, and persistence—as a more comprehensive approach to fostering positive behaviors and success in children, suggesting it may lead to more significant benefits than self-control alone.
Self-control is one's ability to navigate between multiple competing desires such as between listening to your mother or shoving your sister.
The famous marshmallow test showed that children who waited for the additional reward had more success later in life, highlighting the importance of self-control.
Teaching conscientiousness—a trait that encompasses planning for the future, following rules, and working hard—may be more beneficial than just promoting self-control.
Researchers suggest that fostering conscientiousness in children, rather than focusing solely on moments of self-restraint, may lead to better long-term outcomes.
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