040 How Unmade Decisions Drain Your Capacity

Dr. Nic shares how a decision about a much-anticipated trip to PlantCon became a lesson in mental clutter, changing priorities, and honoring capacity. When life circumstances shifted, keeping the trip as a “maybe” took up emotional and mental space. Making a clear decision not to go brought disappointment—but also relief.In this episode, Dr. Nic explores why unresolved decisions can become open loops that keep pulling at our attention. Sometimes we aren’t truly confused; we may already know what makes sense, but feel disappointed by the answer. The pause can help us notice what is happening, name what matters, and choose a rhythm that fits the season we’re actually in.She also reflects on the role of supportive community. Encouragement can mean cheering someone on, but it can also mean asking whether a plan still aligns with their priorities and capacity. Healthy support helps us honor what matters now—even when that means changing the plan.In this episode How an unmade decision can take up mental and emotional space What mental clutter and open loops can look like in everyday life Why indecision sometimes means we’re postponing an answer we don’t like How the pause helps us notice what’s true and identify what needs our resources Why we’re allowed to change a plan when life and priorities change How decisions can protect capacity by removing something from our mental load The role of community in reflecting our priorities back to us Why supportive friends can encourage us to move forward—or help us see that “not now” is the right answer Power pauseWhat decision is taking up space because you haven’t made it? What do you already know about your priorities, values, and capacity right now? If you made the decision even if it brings some disappointment could it give you back mental, emotional, physical, or financial capacity? Join The WellThe Well is a space for women to pause, connect, be poured into, and receive support as they honor their capacity while pursuing what matters. Learn more and join The Well: https://pbfvnlyetzx9mntfwzea.app.clie...