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  • Essay / Define distractions: hysteria, obstacle or...

    It's short and sweet. The author seems to view distractions as simple disruptions in our daily lives. In his article, he talks about research that proves that thinking is greatly hindered by multitasking. The human brain was never designed to do multiple things at once. When a large amount of information is sent to the brain, it may become even more confusing. It makes sense that introspection suffers from multitasking. As people surround themselves with distractions and are limited by their inability to multitask, they question their existence less and focus more on concise observations and short, sweet statements. These are the reasons why Wayne's article is similar to this one. It is written for a distracted audience. If Wayne had written something longer, his readers would have quickly lost interest. In this age of instant gratification and constant buzz of information, it can be impossible for people to sit still and just read. Finally, I view distractions as a form of entertainment. Although distractions can become problematic if not managed properly, I always find it interesting to unwind at the end of the day and watch a TV show or find something fun to read on the Internet. All videos and games are fun and intended for enjoyment only. They provide a welcome respite from work, study or recent