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“The golden years become lower-middle-class life revisited. That's a bittersweet ending.”

Quote by Tim Ferriss

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Tim Ferriss is an American author, entrepreneur, and podcast host. He gained fame with his book 'The 4-Hour Workweek,' which introduced innovative methods for achieving work-life balance through efficiency and lifestyle design. Ferriss is known for his interest in personal growth, investing, and healthy lifestyles. more

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