We may think we can easily do two, three even four things at once, but the reality is a little different.
There are huge differences between extraverts and introverts for instance. Also, the fact that it takes your brain 15-20 minutes te recover from an interruption in whatever you were doing may give some food for thought.
So then, is multitasking myth or fact?
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The good news is that you can train yourself to become better at multitasking, so go forth and practice!
[via The Good Coach]
I knew it! I seem to remember a time when I could be interrupted and get back into whatever I was doing. Those times have gone. I’m thrilled to know there is in fact studies to show, I’m not losing my mind with interruptions, it’s taking time to get back to what I was doing. Great info, thank you!
Blessings,
Deanna
Sure thing!
I know what you mean, and now that I understand this a little better, I may need to rearrange my workflow, etc … to minimize this.
I recognize what you’re saying Deanna, it’s one of the reasons why I really need to shut off social media for instance when I want to get some work done. It takes me forever to get back into the ‘flow’ after sending a simple tweet!