We'll increasingly be defined by what we say no to.
PAUL GRAHAM
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Software engineer by 🌞 and sleepyhead by 🌑. Software architecture. Distributed systems. Personal productivity. Cats.
I have always been careful about addictions in my life and I think this article is a great read for anyone trying to understand why the world is becoming more addictive and how to protect yourself.
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