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EPISODE · Feb 3, 2026 · 16 MIN

#401 - Multitasking Is Ruining Your Life (The Stoics Warned Us)

from The Strong Stoic Podcast · host Brandon Tumblin

Our culture glorifies multitasking—but the Stoics would call it a mistake.In this episode of The Strong Stoic Podcast, we explore why doing more at once often means experiencing less. Drawing on Marcus Aurelius and Seneca, we examine presence, intention, and why even “productive” multitasking quietly erodes meaning.We’ll talk about:Why multitasking feels productive but isn’tThe difference between intentional rest and avoidanceHow presence transforms ordinary actionsWhy life feels short when attention is scatteredSlow down. Focus. Do what matters—fully.

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