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“Distractions have never prevented a Writing Writer Who Writes from writing; distractions are an excuse proffered by Non-Writing Non-Writers Who are Not-Writing for why they are not writing.”

Quote by Merlin Mann

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Merlin Mann is a prominent writer, speaker, and podcast host in internet culture. Known for his unique perspective and humorous take on personal productivity, technology use, and lifestyle, Mann's work often delves into how to effectively manage time and attention, and how to use technology to improve the quality of life. more

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