Did you know that making too many choices can lead to an experience known as decision fatigue? Yes—it’s a real thing, and it can cause burnout and other mental health issues. Here’s how to overcome it.

What Is Decision Fatigue?

Decision fatigue is exactly what it sounds like: the intense mental exhaustion that comes with facing excessive decisions.

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According to Jessica Steinman, LMFT, Chief Clinical Officer at No Matter What Recovery , “Decision fatigue occurs when a person has too many decisions to make, whether in a day or over a longer period.”

“Our brains don’t have the wherewithal to analyze so many decisions we have to make; as a result, our ability to weigh options, regulate emotions, and make thoughtful choices declines,” she explains.…