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The Silent Burnout Behind ‘I Don’t Care, You Choose’
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You just got home from work and exchanged greetings with your spouse or significant other. Before long, the dreaded question is going to come up: “What do you want for dinner?” You hem and haw, pondering your choices before asking them if there is anything they want. They respond similarly. Is it indifference, or is your brain too worn out from making decisions all day?
to look for any shortcut when you try to make another decision. Your mind may encourage you to put off the decision until
later, act impulsively against your better judgment, or avoid the thought altogether. When none of those options present themselves, you’re left with indecision.
It may seem impossible to limit our choices throughout any given day, but it’s necessary if we want to avoid decision fatigue. Some beneficial strategies include setting strong daily routines, delegating decision-making to coworkers or family, and stopping any thoughts that lead you to second-guess a choice you’ve already made.
Every day, we make countless decisions. Some are conscious, such as choosing what to have for lunch or deciding which work tasks to do first. However, we also make subconscious decisions while driving, talking with coworkers, and progressing through our day. As we make more and more choices, our brains get worn out, leading to decision fatigue. From that point until we go to bed at night, it becomes almost impossible to provide clear answers to direct questions or make any other decisions.
If the simple questions your spouse, kids, or friends ask you create stress for you after a long day of work, you’re likely experiencing decision fatigue. Awareness of this issue is the first step toward finding a reprieve from it!
Decision fatigue feels similar to brain fog. You’ve used your brain to the point of exhaustion, and now, it’s going
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