I-D Compensation Theory

Are we living in the instant gratification society or the delayed gratification society? Is it better to live in the present or live up to societal ideals? When confronted with mortality, how do people typically respond to such questions? How ought we respond?

 

Link to the article and theory we discuss: https://psyc.franklin.uga.edu/sites/default/files/CVs/I-D%20Compensation%20Theory.pdf