Here's the beautiful paradox: The more you automate trivial decisions, the more present and spontaneous you become for meaningful ones. When you're not depleted by choosing breakfast, you have energy to really connect with your partner. When clothing is automated, you can focus on the presentation you're giving.
Automation isn't about becoming a robot—it's about preserving your humanity for moments that matter. Every trivial decision you automate is an investment in your capacity for creativity, connection, and meaningful choice.
In the next chapter, we'll explore batching—another powerful strategy for consolidating similar decisions and minimizing transition costs. But first, start automating. Pick one area from this chapter and begin today. Your future self will thank you every morning when you don't have to decide what to wear.