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Kwik Brain with Jim Kwik

How To Train Focus & Flow with Steven Kotler

Nov 22, 2017
14:11

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  • Flow state can boost productivity and learning significantly, achieved through 90-120 minute periods of focus.
  • Developing focus involves daily practices, passion, and mindfulness techniques to sustain attention and productively transition tasks.

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Understanding Flow State and Its Impact on Performance

Flow state is described as an optimal state of consciousness where individuals feel and perform at their best, characterized by intense focus and absorption in the task at hand. Research shows that productivity can spike by 500% and learning accelerates by 470% in flow. To achieve flow, it is recommended to engage in 90 to 120 minute periods of uninterrupted concentration, allowing for maximum performance benefits.

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