Waiting Warriors

Deal Maker Academy: Level 4

Why is waiting hard?

Our brains want the fun thing NOW. When we have to wait, time feels very, very slow.

Waiting Warriors have secret tools to fight the Boredom Monster and stay calm.

Think about something else!
Do a Mental Search.

"I'm going to name 5 blue things in this room."

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Sing a song in your head

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Name animals

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Count by 2s

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Imagine a story

Sometimes we just need to know HOW LONG the wait is. Ask your coach for a "Time Check."

Watch the sand fall or the clock tick.

"We will go after lunch."

"I'll wait for 5 minutes."

You are SO hungry, but the line is very long. What tool will you use?
Distraction or Time Check?