I agree. I personally have a really hard time listening without keeping my hands busy with something,usually doodling or crocheting.
I can't watch a DVD unless I'm doing something else, like putting a puzzle together or playing Set or solitaire or something. I mostly listen to the DVD while looking at whatever. I'm sitting here writing a paper, and I need to play music to keep myself focused. I even find that my ability to ice skate improves if a song I like is playing.
It's as though part of my brain needs to be distracted so that another part can concentrate.
Val
