MINDSET REBOOTS AREN’T EASY – SO START WITH THESE SMALL STEPS

1. Start a journal

“Write down your thought process and what you’re feeling as you struggle with making decisions,” Camille says. “From there, you can establish patterns that help you find out what could be the root of the issue that’s causing you anxiety.” Some decisions will always cause more stress than others, so seeing your thoughts in black and white will help you identify your triggers.

2. Try something new

Lose the security blanket of sticking to your usual options. “People who are anxious tend to be more rigid, because they fear stepping out of their comfort zone and making the wrong decision,” says Vyda. “Challenge yourself by trying one new thing a week, and keep practising.” This will help recalibrate your fear of the unknown.

3. Download mindfulness apps

When your anxiety becomes overwhelming, you don’t realise how disproportionate it is. Staying mindful reminds you to think of what actually matters, and to look at what benefits you. Meditative apps such as Calm can guide you through mindfulness exercises.

4. Add structure to your day

Kat doesn’t have as many problems making decisions at work, where she follows a system of processes that guides her. Enforcing structure or a series of steps can help ease the strain when your mind is too crowded with options.