The pandemic has sparked a surge in decision paralysis, or the inability to make basic calls.

A psychologist and neuroscientist share advice.

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And that can spark decision paralysis, in and of itself.

Below, the experts share their best advice for escaping pandemic-induced decision paralysis.

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clinical psychologist, life fulfillment expert, and author ofDate Smart,Joy From Fear, andAging Joyfully

Try pretending youre someone else, and view your decision from that perspective.

Taking a mental step back from the situation can help you to see it more clearly, says Dr.

Remind yourself that itsnormalto struggle with decisions right now.

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Subject small decisions to random chance.

Enlist a loved one.

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