Did you know your brain makes around 35,000 decisions every day? It’s no wonder you feel drained before lunchtime. Decision fatigue is real, but there’s good news: you can reclaim some of that mental energy by simplifying the little things.
For example, here are three quick, low-effort tweaks to reduce decision-making stress—and free up your brain for what matters most:
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Pre-load your grocery cart:
Most grocery apps let you save a “favorites list.” Spend a few minutes adding your weekly essentials, and with one tap, your shopping is practically done. No more wandering the aisles or scrolling endlessly.
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Designate a “lost and found” spot:
Tired of hunting for your keys, earbuds, or wallet? Create a single spot—a bowl, hook, or small shelf near the door—for all your daily essentials. Once you get in the habit, you’ll always know where to look.
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The “daily 5-minute rule”:
Cleaning doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Commit to tidying just one room for 5 minutes every evening. It’s small but consistent—and it keeps the mess from piling up.
These tiny shifts might seem obvious, but their impact adds up. Simplifying recurring decisions clears mental space and reduces stress, leaving you with more focus for the big things in life.
Your challenge this week: Pick one decision you make repeatedly and automate it. Just one. Whether it’s planning your lunches or setting a standing grocery day, you’ll feel the difference immediately.
Simplify today, and you’ll have more energy for what matters most tomorrow.
For more strategies like this, explore LifeHack All-Access and discover how to reduce mental clutter across every area of your life.
Here’s to fewer decisions—and better days ahead.
Leon
Founder & CEO @ LifeHack
