Why You Always Feel Mentally Drained

Ever wonder why your brain feels like mush after a day of picking out peanut butter, replying to texts, and resisting those checkout aisle Reese’s Cups? Turns out, you’re making around 35,000 decisions a day. From swiping through potential dates on the toilet (hey, no judgment) to deciding if that captcha is a seal or a traffic light, it’s no wonder by the end of the day you’re ready to call it quits. This non-stop decision-making is known as ‘decision fatigue,’ and it’s probably draining more than just your energy. In this episode, we’ll explore how all those little choices add up, leaving you mentally tapped out—and more importantly, how to fight back with some simple strategies.