Beat Decision Fatigue With These Hacks!
💥 Still stuck on a decision? Try this right now: 💥 Pros and Cons. That simple. Write them down. No overthinking. Just:
Here are the pros. Here are the cons.
Then use the 10/10/10 rule:
How will you feel about this choice in 10 minutes?
In 10 months?
In 10 years?
🧠 For the OCD folks — externalize the loop. Talk it out with someone. The goal is to break the cycle of perfection paralysis. You’re not choosing the “best.” You’re choosing something to keep momentum.
🧩 For autistic individuals — use structure. Routines reduce decision stress. I’ve been ordering the same sandwich for decades. Why? Because menu panic is real, and predictable orders reduce sensory overload. It’s not boring — it’s peace.
🏋️♂️ Step 3: Build choice confidence. Start small. Seriously. Pick a lunch. Choose a workout. That’s it. A 2019 study in The Journal of Positive Psychology found that these small, deliberate decisions boost self-efficacy — your belief that you can choose and handle it. That belief changes everything.
✨ Little wins build big momentum. Keep it simple. Choose, commit, repeat.
This video is for general educational purposes and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you are in crisis or having thoughts of harming yourself, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) or go to your nearest emergency room.
About Michael
I'm Michael, a mental health creator, recovered alcoholic, future therapist, and the host of Sober Psychology. After realizing how much of the traditional mental health conversation misses the mark, I decided to build a space dedicated to raw, unfiltered self-examination and personal healing. My approach combines psychological principles with brutal honesty and hard truths, cutting through the noise to help people navigate their own growth. No toxic positivity, no hidden shame—just real conversations about what it actually takes to heal.