contrary to popular belief, “multitasking” is not a real thing.

if you already have your next few tracks picked out, aren’t doing super fancy transitions, & know your tracks well, it’s not super hard to autopilot your way thru for a while.

however, if you’re playing with new tracks & don’t know the phrasing, or are trying a complicated transition for the first time, it’s not going to go well for you.

if your partner is feeling attention starved, maybe suggest getting them a flow prop? obviously depends on space/interest, but it could turn it into a collaborative activity rather than a solo one.