31: Beat Decision Fatigue & Make Better Choices
Boost your decision-making skills by practicing them daily.
Whether you're on vacation or at work, you've got decisions to make every day. And when we get stuck in a loop, unsure what action to take, we can end up feeling overwhelmed because we're worried about picking the "wrong" choice.
But what if there were no "wrong" choices?
Did you know that our brains have a limited amount of decision-making capacity each day?
Maybe you've noticed how you make better decisions when you're well-rested or right after a healthy meal.
And on the flip side, maybe you make questionable decisions when you're tired, hungry, or stressed. Have you ever tried to focus on a big decision when you're hangry? It's hard!
When we practice decision-making, we improve these skills. The more efficient we are at making decisions, the more quickly we can make good decisions, also leading us to feel calmer in the moment.
Summer is winding down, and whether you're heading out to the cabin or vacationing overseas, these are great opportunities to test-drive your decision-making skills.
If you struggle with decisions, you'll find today's quick episode super helpful:
What you'll learn in this episode:
Why decision-making skills are KEY for reducing stress and overwhelm.
Just how many decisions you can confidently make in a day depends on your level of "decision fatigue."
Practical strategies to help you make fewer decisions each day and conserve your mental energy for the big choices.
How timing your decisions at the right time can make every choice easier.
The power of habits in eliminating decisions completely.
I hope you'll take the strategies I share today to help you become a more effective decision-maker.
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction to Decision Making
01:53 Understanding Decision Fatigue
03:19 Tips for Effective Decision Making
06:49 The Importance of Planning Ahead
12:03 A Real-Life Decision-Making Example on Vacation
20:56 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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