I wonder. We’re on the phone while we drive, on the computer while we’re on the phone, texting while we’re on the computer while we’re watching television. We’re Techno-Jugglers. Most agree that this is just the beginning.
“Multi-tasking” is a trendy word now. We’ve taken it to a new level. With everything at our fingertips, does the good outweigh the bad? One study suggests we’re becoming dumber, not smarter.
I find it hard to resist the temptation to reach into my pocket when I feel the hum of my muted phone during a movie, a dinner, a meeting—or anything. Can I be undistracted? Am I capable of having anundistractedconversation? I can’t say that I’ve had one lately. So, I wonder. Is singular focus impossible? (I might miss something!) There’s a bit of sadness in that thought. What do you think?
