Multitasking is the enemy of hyperfocus from "summary" of Hyperfocus by CHRIS. BAILEY
When we attempt to multitask, we divide our attention into various tasks, preventing us from fully concentrating on any one of them. This constant switching of attention between tasks not only reduces our productivity but also hampers our ability to achieve a state of hyperfocus. In order to truly dive deep into a task and experience hyperfocus, we must resist the urge to multitask and instead focus all our attention on the task at hand. Multitasking may give us a sense of productivity as we juggle multiple tasks simultaneously, but in reality, it hinders our ability to concentrate deeply on any one task. Our brains are not designed to effectively manage multiple tasks at once, and attempting to do so only leads to reduced cognitive performance. By trying to multitask, we sacrifice the quality of our work in exchange for the illusion of g...
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