Patience is often presented as a virtue you either have or lack. But it is more usefully understood as a skill that can be developed.
Like any skill, patience improves with practice. Small waits build capacity for larger ones. Tolerance for discomfort grows with exposure to discomfort. The muscle strengthens through use.
Impatience often costs more than the time saved. The rushed decision leads to worse outcomes. The premature action creates new problems. Learning to wait well is learning to act at the right time.
Where could practiced patience improve your results?