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Oct 2021
9m 30s

Let Yourself Monotask

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We’re a society of multitaskers—and while it’s sometimes helpful, it’s a stress relief for our minds when we focus on just one thing at a time. Today, we practice quieting our multitasking minds and focusing on the present moment.

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