This week without online distractions at work has reminded me of nothing more than my college work-study job. I worked in Neilson Library’s book repair department ten hours a week, stitching pamphlets, repairing torn pages, tightening hinges, and tipping in addenda. It was a little peaceful break in my studying schedule and the hot house atmosphere of competitive women’s college living. I thought that contrast was the reason I loved the job- but I realize now that was the last good job I had where I wasn’t online ALL DAY LONG.
Let me just check this headline/email/site for one second, and I’ll get right back to you about this thought…
Where was I? Oh yes, it’s generational. But what a pleasant surprise that I can indeed focus on one project at a time and complete them in order. I can walk out of the trap that is multi-tasking.
Addiction: Part One Million
January 28, 2010 by Emily
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James was telling me about a writer he likes who keeps a separate computer just for writing, with no online capabilities. Taking a page, sometimes I unplug my DSL wire when I’m writing and feel unfocused.
i heard recently how many minutes longer it takes to do everything when you are “multi-tasking.” of course, i can’t remember where i heard this because i was probably listening to the radio, on the computer, etc. etc. etc. at the time
your last post on this subject inspired me to disconnect from social media while at work – productive and more sane, indeed!