Episode

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

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The Strong Stoic Podcast
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Feb 3, 2026
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Summary

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’t The difference between intentional rest and avoidanceHow presence transforms ordinary actionsWhy life feels short wh...