Are You a One-Marshmallow Person? 🍬

Hi folks,

Welcome to today’s edition of Noteworthy ~ where we will talk about marshmallows.

Yes, marshmallows. Stick with me, this one’s worth it.

What if I told you that the secret to success could be boiled down to… a marshmallow? 🍬

Stay with me.

The 40-Year Secret to Success

(And why your future depends on it)

In a room with one marshmallow, a kid was given a choice:

1. Eat it now.

2. Wait 15 minutes and get two.

Some kids devoured it instantly.
Others tried, wiggled, and gave in.
A rare few waited and got rewarded.

Decades later, those “waiters” had higher SAT scores, better health, stronger relationships, and lower stress.

The difference wasn’t intelligence or luck. It was delayed gratification > the ability to choose future rewards over instant indulgence.

And every single day, life puts a marshmallow in front of you.

• Will you scroll Instagram or work on that big idea?

• Will you snooze your alarm or hit the gym?

• Will you splurge now or save for the future?

  
  Success isn’t about what you want—it’s about what you’re willing to wait for.

The Lesson Nobody Talks About

Self-control isn’t magic. It’s not something you’re born with—it’s something you build.

Researchers found this out when they tweaked the Marshmallow Test. When kids were given broken promises (like crayons that never came), they ate the marshmallow faster.

But when promises were kept? They waited 4x longer.

The takeaway is trust builds discipline. If you trust the process—and yourself—you’re more likely to hold out for the big wins.

Community Corner:

What’s your biggest marshmallow moment? Share the choices you’re making today for your long-term goals.

Also, if you’re looking for inspiration, check out Inside Bill’s Brain on Netflix. It’s a masterclass on delayed gratification and long-term thinking.

Final Thoughts:

The Marshmallow Test isn’t just about candy; it’s about life.

Success doesn’t come to those who grab the first win; it belongs to those who hold out for something bigger.

Stay bold. Stay hungry. And always aim for the second marshmallow.

Cheers,
Abhishek.