Why Adulting Feels So Hard: Decision Fatigue, Mental Load & Burnout
Podcast: The Nearly Normal PodcastPublished On: Tue Jul 21 2026
Description: Adulting feels harder than it used to, and it's not in your head. This episode breaks down decision fatigue — the mental exhaustion that comes from making hundreds of choices a day — and why it's driving so much of the anxiety, overwhelm, and burnout adults feel right now. We talk about the invisible mental load of modern life, why nobody prepared us for this many decisions, and practical ways to protect your mental health when everything feels like too much. If you've ever ended the day drained without knowing why, or feel like basic adulting shouldn't be this exhausting, this one's for you.
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