"Rewards that are not immediately apparent. When we are used to instant gratification, quicker news, microwaved food, faster computers, we are reluctant to let things go unknown or unfinished for long periods of time. We want to know
immediately what is going to happen next. We want instant
weather, stock market quotes, public opinion polls, and interest
rates. But in the end, the most important things show themselves slowly, and in their own time. How will our children
grow? Will we be happy? How will we die? Will we be
at peace?"