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Walter Mischel: The Marshmallow Test: Mastering Self-Control

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Exploring Self-Control and Decision-Making

This chapter delves into the challenges of creating adult versions of the marshmallow test, explores gender differences in self-control, and discusses the impact of self-regulatory skills on decision-making. The conversation also touches on the correlation between self-control and being a good parent, the measurement of grit in schools, and the importance of teaching children about self-regulation.

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