Beat Decision Fatigue: Make Smarter, Confident Choices

Strategies for Managing Mental Exhaustion and Making Confident Decisions

Psychic Newsletter, October

Decision fatigue is becoming a serious problem for most people. For some, making upwards of twenty impactful decisions every half hour, means they have maxed out their mental ability to decide. That’s one of the reasons my practice is so busy! People need support, perspective and a sharing of the burden to make vital life decisions when they are just exhausted by decision-demand. People are making decisions not only for themselves but their loved ones too.

The Mental Toll of Constant Decision-Making

Deciding this or that usurps mental energy. Deciding wisely demands focus and balance. On the one side of the scale, you may have a paralyzing fear of making the wrong decision and paying unforeseeable consequences for it. For the rest of your life.

Equally pressing on the other side of the scale is a push to choose NOW, which may be real or imagined. Some work situations may demand that you decide promptly, and this may be true particularly if others are involved in the process. If you must make a lot of decisions in quick succession, it will negatively impact on other areas in your life where you also need to make decisions or share a decision with a partner. Or even worse an ex-partner.

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Having to make rapid-fire decisions may force you to start picking your decision battles such as, what to wear, eat, be entertained by, etc. People with heavy decision jobs favour a uniform of sorts, tend to eat the same thing every day and generally have a tight, repeatable daily pattern.

I’ve spoken with clients who complain about spouses/lovers who never seem to have any opinions or preferences about how they should spend their time together. They complain about always being the ones who must pick something to do because if they don’t, as a couple, they will end up sitting in front of the TV, night after night. If you find yourself in this boat, likely you are loving someone who is suffering decision fatigue in other parts of their lives and they need help getting it sorted out.

I took a workshop years ago facilitated by a dominatrix sex worker who described her typical client as a high-powered executive/professional who felt a desperate need to be dominated by someone who was good at taking charge. For a specific, previously contracted amount of time, she made all the decisions and effectively, safely, meted out predictable punishments. Her client base was substantial and the demand for her services was perennially far greater than she could possibly fulfill.

She was a busy, phenomenally successful businesswoman. Her clients needed some time when they could just be like a child; no decisions, responsibilities or power. Rarely did their sessions include sex.

How Have I Helped Others to Make Decisions They Can Live With?

Decisions are a major element in my work with clients. Most people who consult with me are stuck betwixt and between opposing options. They must decide whether to remain in their committed relationship or continue working at their current job. They may need help deciding how to approach a stressful familial issue, or illness, or whether they should sell their house or invest in a business. My frozen clients are afraid of making a choice they will regret, or they wonder if they might have missed a third option. They need to know what the outcome is likely to be depending on the choice they make and how their loved ones are likely to react to their chosen course of action.

Making Decisions is Lonely

Consultations with me nudge you sit and ponder, free from distraction. They afford you an opportunity to talk things through with someone who is not in your life. You are driven to go offline for a while and focus on where you’re at, where you want to be, what you’re hoping for your future self and where you’re likely heading. Most clients will say I’ve just validated what they had already surmised. It was nice however, to have that validation.

Making decisions can be lonely because we fear talking to anyone who knows us. We know loved ones will likely and understandably have an axe to grind. We may also feel despondent at the notion of sharing our decision angst with someone who may be inclined to tell us what we want to hear because that’s just a waste of time and energy.

We need to have the plain, honest thoughts from someone who is uninvested in our ultimate choice.

As we slip into the autumn season, we’ll all be making more than our average number of decisions. Do what you can to keep the decision demon at bay. Pick the ones you must make and let go of the ones that are not as critical. Prioritize, consult and be mindful that you don’t get overwhelmed and fatigued. Save your energy for the big things that demand your full attention. And no matter what, don’t take on someone else’s decision load! That’s their garden to weed and hoe.
Happy Fall Equinox!

Blessings Kathleen

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FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions About Understanding and Overcoming Decision Fatigue

Decision fatigue is when your brain just gets too tired of making choices all day. Think of it like this: every little decision you make uses up mental energy—sort of like spending a limited amount of money. By the end of the day, if you’ve made too many decisions, your Oh, for sure. When one partner feels like they’re always the one making all the choices—date nights, dinner plans, everything—it can lead to some serious frustration. And the person who isn’t choosing? They’re often not lazy or indifferent; they’re probably just burned out from making decisions all day at work or home. It’s really common, and, once you notice it, you can start to figure out how to balance things better.’s out of “cash,” and the simplest choices, like what to have for dinner, suddenly feel impossible. We’ve all been there.

If you’ve ever found yourself staring at the TV, scrolling through Netflix for way too long, unable to pick a show, you’re probably dealing with it. It’s more than just being tired—it’s that feeling where even small decisions seem overwhelming. You might start avoiding making choices, or just letting someone else decide for you because your brain’s checked out for the day.

Oh, for sure. When one partner feels like they’re always the one making all the choices—date nights, dinner plans, everything—it can lead to some serious frustration. And the person who isn’t choosing? They’re often not lazy or indifferent; they’re probably just burned out from making decisions all day at work or home. It’s really common, and, once you notice it, you can start to figure out how to balance things better.

Well, think about it—if you’re someone who spends all day making high-stakes decisions at work, by the time you get home, you’re toast. That’s why a lot of CEOs or people with really demanding jobs adopt little routines to cut down on daily decisions. Ever notice how some people just wear the same thing every day or eat the same lunch? It’s not that they’re boring, they’re just saving their brainpower for the bigger stuff.

Honestly, it’s about simplifying where you can. Try to cut down on the number of unimportant choices you make in a day. Create routines or stick to simple habits, so you’re not wasting brainpower on what to wear or what to have for lunch. And don’t be afraid to ask for help or lean on someone else for advice when you’re feeling overwhelmed. Sometimes it’s just about not trying to do everything by yourself.

Avoid it completely? Probably not. But you can definitely manage it better. The key is to prioritize the decisions that really matter and let the small stuff slide. Don’t feel like you have to make every little choice—if something isn’t that important, let it go. Life’s too short to get stressed over whether to order takeout or cook, right?

A psychic can actually help a lot. Sometimes decision fatigue comes from not knowing which way to go—whether it’s a big life choice or just feeling stuck. A psychic can offer some clarity, helping you see the bigger picture and pointing you in the right direction. It’s kind of like having someone clear away the mental clutter, so you can make choices with confidence.

That’s such a common fear. Honestly, we all feel it sometimes—like one wrong move is going to ruin everything. But here’s the thing: most decisions aren’t as final as we think. If you’re stuck, take a deep breath, maybe talk it through with someone outside the situation (hello, psychic!), and remember—life has a way of working things out, even when you’re not sure you’re making the “right” choice. Trust yourself a little.