Interesting Stuff Reinterpreting the Marshmallow Test - The marshmallow test is one of those legendary studies in self-restraint. Supposedly, a kid who can wait 5 minutes for a second marshmallow has a much better chance of success than one who can’t. Yet, this article makes you wonder, is self-restraint what that test is measuring? As the article argues, it’s more likely what the test measures is compliance to authority and indeed in a fiat world, compliance gets you pretty far. It also explains why Asian-Americans are so successful as we come from a conformist/compliance culture.
Bitcoin Tech Talk #381
Bitcoin Tech Talk #381
Bitcoin Tech Talk #381
Interesting Stuff Reinterpreting the Marshmallow Test - The marshmallow test is one of those legendary studies in self-restraint. Supposedly, a kid who can wait 5 minutes for a second marshmallow has a much better chance of success than one who can’t. Yet, this article makes you wonder, is self-restraint what that test is measuring? As the article argues, it’s more likely what the test measures is compliance to authority and indeed in a fiat world, compliance gets you pretty far. It also explains why Asian-Americans are so successful as we come from a conformist/compliance culture.