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		maqr on Nov 27, 2011 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: Brain Gain: The Underground World of Neuroenhancin... It's really useful to be able to remain calm and focused, especially if that's not part of your normal personality. These drugs aren't permanent by any stretch, they barely last 8 hours, so it's not likely to do much damage to your sense of self.

guard-of-terra on Nov 27, 2011 [–]

The best way to remain calm for prolonged periods is a smartphone, obviously.

Why would you need to be calm and focused at the same time? It's either calm and mind wandering or focused and active, isn't it?

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