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Quitting Multitasking: A Path to Reduced Stress

8/30/2025

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Milly Evans, a sex educator from Margate, England, reported that quitting multitasking reduced her chronic stress and related illnesses.
She noted multitasking negatively impacts brain health, including a decrease in grey matter.
Evans advocated for slowing down daily tasks to promote calmness and enjoyment.
Many viewers showed resistance to giving up multitasking, reflecting a widespread urgency in daily life.

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Story summary

Milly Evans, a sex educator from Margate, England, reported that quitting multitasking reduced her chronic stress and related illnesses.
She noted multitasking negatively impacts brain health, including a decrease in grey matter.
Evans advocated for slowing down daily tasks to promote calmness and enjoyment.
Many viewers showed resistance to giving up multitasking, reflecting a widespread urgency in daily life.