The American Medical Association (AMA) recently addressed a topic that concerns most of North Americans: Decision fatigue. It’s easy to understand how we are impacted by this growing malady. The daily bombardment of choices is so formidable, “By the time we’ve navigated our morning routine, our mental energy has already taken a hit,” say doctors who are seeing more patients every day who complain that they’re drained even before the day kicks off.
To help make us understand what’s going on, the AMA launched a “What Doctors With Patients Knew”™ service, and decision fatigue was one of the first topics addressed. According to Dr. Lisa MacLean, the daily mix of personal and work decisions we make is so overwhelming, “by the time the average person goes to bed, they’ve made over 35,000 decisions.” The consequences of this daily brain drain can be catastrophic, she adds.
What measures can you take to avoid falling down this rabbit’s hole
Make lists. Simplify all aspects of your life. Eliminate and delegate, adds MacLean, who encourages her patients to develop set routines. But nothing breaks the fatigue cycle like letting someone else make plans on your behalf. The easiest way to do that? Plan a Caribbean getaway with an all inclusive Belize vacation package that takes care of everything—meals, activities, accommodations, and transportation. Follow a pre-planned itinerary designed to give you the perfect balance of fun, relaxation, and variety. Sound awesome? Stay at Belize’s adults-only Coco Plum Island Resort and say yes to this delightful, stress-free escape.
7 Nights in Belize: Snorkel, Zipline, Dine & Unwind in Laid-Back Style
Day 1: Arrive in Belize’s international airport and hop on the puddle jumper to Dangriga, where a Coco Plum Resort team member will meet you and transport you to the island. The reservation team will take care of all your local travel logistics. Expect a signature Mosquito Bite cocktail when you check in. Tour the island and settle in. Allow the waves and vistas to lull you into a state of bliss.
Day 2: Take your first guided snorkeling tour to explore the vibrant coral reefs and marine life in proximity to the Belize Barrier Reef.
Day 3: Enjoy the day at your own pace. Pilot a guest-exclusive kayak, stand-up paddle board or Hobie catamaran. Book the world’s best couples massage to close out this perfect day.
Day 4: Venture inland for an exhilarating day of ziplining over the jungle canopy followed by a refreshing cave tubing experience.
Day 5: Book a private yoga session after today’s snorkeling adventure. Surprise your love with the private romantic dinner included within the Honeymoon & Romance Add-On.
Day 6: Enjoy a final guided snorkel tour before taking a cooking class led by Ms. Jude, Coco Plum’s talented island chef.
Day 7: Wrap up your visit with a full-day mainland excursion to the ancient Mayan ruins of Xunantunich. Climb El Castillo for panoramic views and immerse yourself in Belize’s rich cultural history. Feel free to shout, “I beat decision fatigue” from El Castillo’s summit. You won’t be the first visitor to do that!
Day 8: Check out and head home to start planning your return visit!
