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Episode Summary:
Have you ever had one of those weeks where it feels like every decision—big or small—rests on your shoulders? That was me recently when my son was sick. From deciding whether to call the doctor, figuring out if he needed to stay home from school, juggling farm work, and keeping everything else running, it felt like every choice came with weight and consequence. It made me realize just how many decisions we make as farm wives and rural mums every single day—often without even thinking about it. And when those choices start piling up, it can feel completely overwhelming.
In this episode, I’m diving into why decision-making feels so heavy and how we can take the pressure off. We talk about the mental load of constantly weighing up trade-offs, the fear of making the “wrong” choice, and why it’s so easy to second-guess ourselves. I also share the importance of trusting our gut and instinct—because deep down, we often do know what the right decision is, but we let doubt and outside opinions creep in. I walk through practical ways to simplify decision-making, silence external noise, and affirm your choices with confidence—so you can move forward without the stress of overthinking.
If you’ve been feeling the weight of too many decisions lately, this episode is for you. I hope it gives you permission to trust yourself, listen to your gut, and make choices that align with what truly matters.
Key Points Covered in this episode:
Why decision-making feels overwhelming – The sheer number of choices we make each day as farm wives and mums, how it adds up over time, and why the fear of making the “wrong” choice can leave us feeling stuck.
Recognizing decision fatigue – How too many small, everyday decisions can become exhausting and why this can make big life choices feel even heavier.
Trusting your gut and instinct – Why we often do know the right decision deep down but let doubt creep in. How to tune into that inner voice, recognize when outside noise is clouding your judgment, and feel more confident in listening to what feels right for you.
Silencing external noise – The impact of outside opinions and self-doubt on our decision-making and practical ways to focus on what works for you rather than trying to meet expectations.
Simplifying choices to reduce overwhelm – Strategies like narrowing options, using a “decision filter,” and focusing on what aligns with your values instead of trying to please everyone.
Affirming your choices with confidence – Practical ways to stop second-guessing, including tracking your decisions, setting timeframes, and limiting the number of opinions you seek.
Letting go of guilt and moving forward – Why no decision is perfect, and how to reframe mistakes or uncertainty as part of the learning process rather than a failure.
Making decisions doesn’t have to feel so heavy. This episode will help you take the pressure off and start making choices with more confidence and contentment.
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