What is the real number of decisions you make daily if you are a caregiver? As a caregiver, I’m willing to bet the number is higher than 35,000. Hopefully, most of them are harmless, like “What should I make mom for breakfast?” Or "Should I bring an umbrella when we go to the doctor appointment today?" The truth is, the decisions we make for and with our caree often don’t … [Read more...]
I Can’t Make One More Decision! Is It Decision Fatigue?
Technically No, But... Mom and I spent the week of Christmas together. I had forgotten how much she likes to make decisions by consensus. We were preparing for our single guest, a family friend who is part of our bubble. Mom was in charge of getting appetizers ready to put out. When she asked me if I thought we should put the cheese spread and crackers out separately or … [Read more...]