S2 E8: The Multitasking Myth – Why You’re Not the Exception
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In the latest episode of The Brain Coach, Mary dives into the myth of multitasking. Despite what many people believe, the brain is incapable of focusing on multiple tasks at once—it simply switches between tasks, leading to inefficiency, cognitive overload, and decreased performance.
This episode explores why people cling to the illusion that they can multitask, citing factors like self-perception, confirmation bias, cultural pressures, and technology's influence. Mary shares some of the negative consequences of task-switching and explains why many of us feel we can handle multiple things at once.
With insights from neuroscience and real-world examples, Mary challenges listeners to rethink their work habits and embrace single-tasking for improved productivity and mental clarity.
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