Technology can be incredibly helpful, however it can also create numerous distractions. Below is a list of applications that are intended to help improve concentration and productivity:

• Mac Freedom: Restricts internet access temporarily to help you concentrate on what you need to do.
• Calm Down: Intended to help you calm down and relax by replacing your screen with colours fading in and out
• OmmWriter: A stripped down digital writing environment to help improve concentration

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