Self-Control as A Mediator of Local Wisdom-Based Character Education on Instant Gratification

  • Sigit Surya Haribowo Politeknik Istikom Bina Citra Informatika, Kabupaten Sukabumi, Indonesia
  • Ai Elis Yuliati Politeknik Istikom Bina Citra Informatika, Kabupaten Sukabumi, Indonesia
  • Diar Widyardi Politeknik Istikom Bina Citra Informatika, Kabupaten Sukabumi, Indonesia
  • Parlis Lawalata Politeknik Istikom Bina Citra Informatika, Kabupaten Sukabumi, Indonesia
  • Ruslan Abdul Gani Politeknik Istikom Bina Citra Informatika, Kabupaten Sukabumi, Indonesia
Keywords: Local wisdom–based character education, Self-control, Instant gratification, Children’s behavior, PLS-SEM

Abstract

This study explores the rising trend of instant gratification among children and emphasizes the importance of strengthening character education grounded in local wisdom values to enhance self-control. Using a quantitative survey approach, data were collected through the distribution of questionnaires and subsequently analyzed using the Partial Least Squares–Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) approach via the SmartPLS software 4. The research findings indicated that the internalization of character education grounded in local wisdom had a positive and significant effect on children’s self-control, while self-control negatively impacts instant gratification behavior. However, no direct significant relationship was found between character education and instant gratification. Mediation analysis confirms that self-control significantly mediates this relationship. These findings suggest that enhancing local wisdom–based character education can improve children’s self-control and reduce the tendency toward instant gratification, promoting more adaptive, long-term–oriented behaviors.

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Published
2025-06-17
How to Cite
Haribowo, S. S., Ai Elis Yuliati, Diar Widyardi, Parlis Lawalata, & Ruslan Abdul Gani. (2025). Self-Control as A Mediator of Local Wisdom-Based Character Education on Instant Gratification. International Journal of Business and Quality Research, 3(02), 321-339. https://doi.org/10.63922/ijbqr.v3i02.3362