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Become a Mono-Tasker
Become a Mono-Tasker
The human brain has so many amazing abilities. Unfortunately, doing two things at once isn't one of them. It cuts down on the amount of time we can effectively concentrate on one thing. We listen to music while working out, or text while walking the street. Being present in everything you do will help eliminate mistakes and keep you focused on the job at hand. We'll show you that doing two things at once doesn't always lead to high productivity. In fact, it usually hurts productivity and the quality of your work.
Faulty-Tasking
When you constantly are switching from one activity to another, it becomes more difficult to return your concentration to the previous activity. It's mental channel surfing. It takes 15 minutes for your brain to get back to where it was in thought after switching abruptly. Being present mentally, physically, and spiritually takes work, but it's also rewarding. And besides, dabbling in a myriad of activities and performing none of them particularly well can feel shallow and fruitless.
Focus
Here are some good rules to live by:
Why Make Life More Complicated?
This is the best site for mono-tasking: www.nowdothis.com. Every day, type in what needs to get done, and after each task is complete, click the "done" button. A pen and paper will work nicely, too. If you didn't finish this article in one sitting, we highly recommend you check out this site.
Add Better Tasks
Take the scenic route to work instead of fighting traffic and making phone calls. Meditate while your clothes are drying. Practice doing everything, whether it's boring or not, in a new and interesting way. Relearn the way you go about your day. Give it your full attention, and chances are, you'll finish more quickly and will be free to move on to more enjoyable things.
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