Is multitasking really the best use of time?
December 5th, 2008
“Mom, can you help me with my science homework?”
I bring my laptop, my book, and mail to the dining room table so I can multitask while helping my daughter with homework.
“What question are you on?” I asked.
Answer email.
“What question was that again?”
Read a credit card offer.
“What did you say was the question?”
In an effort to be efficient, I’ve become totally inefficient.
Not only inefficient. I am ineffective, inattentive, and insensitive.
Trying to do everything at the same time left me with Attention Deficit Disorder – inattentiveness, difficulty getting work done, procrastination, or organization problems – I have all those classic symptoms of ADD!
A supermom multitasks, but a good mom doesn’t have to drive herself to a psychological disorder.
I can remember something of 8th grade science – boiling point, melting point, Periodic Table – yes, it’s coming back to me when I actually pay attention to my daughter.
Don’t let the busyness of the holidays keep you from giving your full attention to your children.
Photo by Elsie esq.
Comments
OMG. *raising hand*
Guilty.
I am SO guilty of this – I’ve been telling myself I need to stop the multi-tasking bit, but this post will definitely help kick my butt into gear. Thanks girl… Hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday!!
MammaDawg: I had a great Thanksgiving! Still eating turkey!
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