Feeling drained by all the decisions you have to make, Mama? From work choices to household logistics to tiny daily preferences—your brain is on overload. In this episode, we break down why decision fatigue is real (backed by science), why ambitious moms are especially vulnerable, and how the dynamics at home and work might be adding to your mental load without you even noticing.
You'll learn how to spot the subtle body signals that tell you you’ve hit your decision limit, plus practical ways to outsmart decision fatigue—like creating decision-free zones, delegating (yes, even at work!), and giving your kids age-appropriate choices to reduce pushback and foster independence.
Tune in to discover how fewer decisions (not better ones) might be the real key to clarity and calm.
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