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Equal Split of Distraction Sources
- Distractions split evenly between self-inflicted internal and other-inflicted external sources.
- Different strategies are essential for managing internal versus external distractions effectively.
Why Internal Distractions Occur
- Internal distractions arise from need for rest or craving novelty and dopamine hits.
- Multitasking feels stimulating but reduces productivity due to novelty-seeking behavior.
Categories of Distractions Matter
- Distractions can be classified by controllability and whether they are annoying or fun.
- Fun distractions sometimes offer new exciting opportunities despite being interruptions.
