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Time for a Twitter Break?

Filled with fun comparisons of playing poker and using Twitter, this article is definitely worth a read simply for its entertainment value. However, there is greater value to be found in the words of Martin Harris, a.k.a. Short-Stacked Shamus.

While Twitter can be a valuable tool, it can also be a detriment to productivity, and like poker it can cause tilt. By sharing his reservations about the medium, Harris has prodded his readers to examine the role that Twitter plays in their lives. So even if Twitter has been a great success for you to this point, use this reminder to take an objective look at how this popular social media outlet both helps and hurts your overall state of mind.