Decision Fatigue, Perfectionism, and the Problem With “Should”

The Sonya Looney Show by Sonya Looney

Apr 16, 202634:55Health

Ever catch yourself thinking, “I should be better than this. I should be doing more. I should have started earlier” and then spiraling? In this solo episode, I’m diving into the world of "should" and how it quietly drive...

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