My solution whenever focusing on goals / deadlines: edit hosts file (as root/admin, when necessary) 127.0.0.1 reddit.com www.reddit.com 127.0.0.1 news.ycomb

My solution whenever focusing on goals / deadlines: edit hosts file (as root/admin, when necessary) 127.0.0.1 reddit.com www.reddit.com 127.0.0.1 news.ycombinator.com 127.0.0.1 twitter.com 127.0.0.1 other social / news domains... The little bit of friction required to undo this is enough to remind me to get back to being productive. Also, Pomodoros for pacing.