Executive/Leadership Coach, Facilitator, and Board Director.
Have you ever noticed that your ability to make decisions dwindles as the day goes on? It’s easy to attribute this to being tired, but it’s actually more involved than that – every time we make a decision, our ability to consider our options and potential consequences depletes a bit. Complex decision fatigue refers to the effect that decision making has on our cognitive state. The term was coined by Roy Baumeister, a social psychologist, to demonstrate the emotional and mental strain that is created by making multiple decisions throughout the day.
Interestingly, the more complex the decision, the more rapidly you lose your ability to make sound decisions . Over time, you may experience stress, headaches, irritability, and increased anxiety.
There are several signs to look out for that might indicate that you, or your teachers and staff, are struggling with complex decision fatigue:
There are many things you can do to minimise your risk of experiencing complex decision fatigue.
By having a work uniform, planning and preparing your meals in advance and creating a predictable routine before and after work, you minimise the amount of decisions you have to make each day. Even though these decisions are less complex, they still save brain space for more complex decision making.
Do you feel freshest first thing in the morning? Try to keep it free, and use that time to strategise, plan and make decisions. Conversely, if you find you think more clearly in the afternoons, prioritise that time for complex thinking and decision making. Leave your more mundane or ‘routine’ tasks for times where you feel tired or need a break.
While our capacity to make complex decisions is depleted BY making complex decisions, you can still take steps to proactively increase your ability to think critically and decisively. Eating well, sleeping and having rest times will help you overcome complex decision fatigue.
While prioritising your wellbeing is sometimes the last thing on your mind, it really couldn’t be more important. Use these tips to reduce fatigue and increase your energy and enthusiasm in the classroom.
Suzi Finkelstein CEO, ASAM
Suzi is a highly accomplished CEO and Executive Director with over 20 years of experience in leadership development.
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