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Give your subconscious a chance to work by turning your brain off from time to time. Don't focus on work or solving problems constantly.

Harvey Mackay

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Harvey Mackay
Age: 92
Born: 1932
Born: January 1
Businessman
Businessperson
Journalist
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Subconscious
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Turning
Work
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