It may surprise or even shock some of you that I would say this, but "multitasking" is a highly overrated characteristic. Don't misunderstand me, however.
In the universe of technology and computers, multitasking--the ability to simultaneously perform several, often unrelated functions--is highly desirable. I am only too delighted my computer can download information, get me a weather update, juggle figures, deliver mail and let me know when it's time to attend a meeting--all seemingly at the same instant.
The trouble comes when we as humans seek to duplicate this kind of prodigious feat using only our own brains and abilities--and Lord knows many of us do try to do so in this increasingly fast-paced world of ours.
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