The obvious decisions—what to wear, what to eat—are just the tip of the iceberg. The real energy vampires are micro-decisions you don't even register:
Digital Micro-Decisions - Which notification to check first - Whether to click "see more" on a post - How to respond to a message - Whether to update an app - Which browser tab to focus on
Social Micro-Decisions - How long to maintain eye contact - Whether to speak up in a meeting - Which emoji to use in a text - How to word an email - Whether to engage in small talk
Environmental Micro-Decisions - Which checkout line looks faster - Whether to take the stairs or elevator - Where to place your coffee cup - Which parking spot to choose - Whether to adjust the thermostat
Each micro-decision feels insignificant, but hundreds of them create a constant drain. It's like having dozens of apps running in the background, slowly killing your battery without you noticing.