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The Myth of Multitasking: Why Trying to Do Everything at Once is Bad for Your Brain

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May 6, 2023

In today's fast-paced world, we often feel pressure to juggle multiple tasks at once. However, research has consistently shown that multitasking can be counterproductive and even harmful to our brains. In this episode, we'll explore the cognitive costs of multitasking, such as decreased productivity, impaired memory, and increased stress. We'll discuss why the brain struggles to focus on more than one task at a time, and learn strategies for improving our attention and productivity, such as single-tasking and mindfulness.


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