This article explores how to overcome the temporary pleasures and temptations that rob us of the opportunity to achieve our goals. The instant gratification trap is subtle. It creeps up on us when we least expect it, and then immediately pulls us away from the things that matter most. The more we indulge in these temptations, the deeper we’re drawn into fleeting small pleasures that feel incredibly satisfying, but ultimately lead to long-term pain. When we get caught up in this trap we sacrifice our future for fleeting moments of pleasure. Every small and seemingly insignificant decision builds upon the next, and before you know it, you’ve wasted your life away. With no self-control, you lose touch with what matters in your life. You lose touch with your priorities and live the rest of your life full of regrets. However, things don’t have to be this way. The article breaks down two types of gratification. It explores a five-step process to help you avoid getting caught up in instant gratification. It walks you through a four-step process to help you escape the instant gratification trap. And outlines how to avoid succumbing to instant gratification for long enough to achieve your goals.