It filled a hole I didn't even know was there. I can completely wrap my head around it. The only downside is how crappy computer keyboards feel after thwacking on it for a few minutes.
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#12Similarly, exercise is great for productivity and spending money so that you enjoy it is worth it. Gym membership, bike, weights, etc gives you months or years of productivity boosts.
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#13You can sift through these posts and find lots of insights and opportunities to prepare you to invest in Bitcoin.
To make your life easier, i’ve created this spreadsheet and you can have it if you want.
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#14Invest it into bitcoins? High Risk/Reward
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#15If you’re currently hunched over a laptop, high quality monitor and keyboard make a big difference. If you’re sitting on something crappy, a used high-end chair. If you’re sitting on something nice, a convertible sit-stand desk.
I also have a cheapo Cherry MX Blues (TVS gold) and a Logitech G402 mouse. Ergonomics and eye sore was killing me.
I sold off that monitor, got a decent 24in 1080p LG monitor with a TN Panel with VESA compatibility, Height extensions and boom all the eye fatigues have basically gone along with the shoulder pain.
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#161) Nespresso coffee machine. Can get a good one for 2) Autonomous standing desk. Base model $399
3) Trackpad. Nice addition to the mouse. E.g. $129 from Apple.
4) Second monitor. I personally find this convenient. A decent one will cost you under $300.
5) Tablet. Useful for when you are too tired to sit or stand. Good for reading docs or whitepapers, for example. $329 for a base model iPad.
6) Faster internet. A few bucks added to your monthly bill.