Multitasking may be an essential job skill, but not for Dr. Raj Shrivastava, a neurosurgeon at Mr. Sinai Hospital in New York City. Not when complete focus means the difference between life or death. The author recalls putting his own brain in Dr. Shrivastava's capable hands.
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Phil Cooke, author of "Unique: Telling Your Story in the Age of Brands and Social Media," shares advice on getting overcoming the most common obstacles to self-improvement.
The downtime and switchover costs from multiple distractions may not be our only problem or our biggest yet. But it is, without a doubt, a widespread malaise and one that is threatening to compound every other problem.
Some challenges make us feel alive, engaged, connected, and fulfilled. Others simply overwhelm us. Knowing the difference as you set bigger and bolder challenges for yourself is critical to your sanity, success, and satisfaction.
Lytro's amazing "light field" camera tech has everyone from pro photogs to casual clickers abuzz. But the innovations now en route suggest that the company's best is yet to come.
