Decision fatigue can be a result of too many choices from "summary" of The Paradox of Choice by Barry Schwartz
In the modern world, we are bombarded with an overwhelming number of choices. From the simplest decisions like choosing toothpaste at the store to more complex choices like picking a career path, the options seem endless. At first glance, this abundance of choice may seem like a positive thing - after all, who wouldn't want more options? However, according to research, having too many choices can actually lead to a phenomenon known as decision fatigue.
Decision fatigue is the idea that making decisions requires mental energy, and the more decisions we have to make, the more our mental resources are depleted. This can lead to a feeling of being overwhelmed or drained, making it harder to make future decisions. In the face of countless options, we may find ourselves struggling to choose, second-guessing our decisions, or even avoiding making choices altogether.
One reason for this phenomenon is that with so many choices available, we often feel pressure to make the "perfect" decision. We worry that if we choose the wrong opti...
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