diff --git a/planner.py b/planner.py
index 590fea6..8707580 100644
--- a/planner.py
+++ b/planner.py
@@ -80,7 +80,7 @@ def select_dish(self):
         # print the selected dish's name
         print(f'\nYou have selected: {selected_dish}')
         # sleep for 1.5 seconds after printing output
-        sleep(1.5)
+        sleep(0.5)
         # clear the console
         clear()