Explore the science of flow and how to use it to boost productivity. Learn about the four states of flow, the importance of sleep and recovery, and Steven Kotler's views on nootropics. Discover how to balance challenge and skill levels for increased productivity. Gain insights into resetting the brain, making peak performance visible, and the cautious use of substances. Explore P-Performance Aging and the power of psychological interventions. Learn how flow states can increase productivity and get practical tips to achieve and sustain this state.
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Park Skiing Experiment
Steven Kotler tested peak performance aging by learning park skiing in his 50s.
He then replicated the experiment with others aged 30-70, teaching them park skiing and snowboarding in four days.
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Defining Flow
Flow is an optimal state of consciousness where we feel and perform our best.
It's characterized by complete absorption, distorted time, and enhanced mental and physical abilities.
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Characteristics of Flow
Flow states have six core characteristics: complete concentration, action-awareness merging, loss of self, distorted time, sense of control, and autotelic experience.
These characteristics indicate when someone is in flow.
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ABOUT THE GUEST:
Steven Kotler is a New York Times bestselling author, award-winning journalist, and peak performance expert. Today, he joins Angela Foster, the host of High Performance Health Podcast and creator of BioSyncing, Biohacking High Performance For Women.
In this episode of the Flow Research Collective Podcast, Steven Kotler and Angela Foster discuss the science of flow and how you can use it to boost your productivity. They talk about the four states of flow, how to avoid too much grit, and the importance of sleep and active recovery. They also discuss Steven's views on nootropics.
This episode is for anyone who wants to learn how to boost their productivity. It is especially relevant for entrepreneurs, business leaders, and anyone who wants to get more done in less time. Tune in now and discover the blueprint for 500% more productivity!
ABOUT THE EPISODE:
In this episode, you will learn about:
00:00 Intro
02:10 Putting the theory to test
06:38 Key to 500% More Productivity
09:35 These show up when in Flow
14:06 The 4 State Cycle of Flow
26:34 Why we need to avoid too much grit
34:51 Optimizing Work & Exercise for Maximum Productivity
41:30 Embracing Micro Flow and Navigating Self-Expectation
49:23 Importance of Sleep and Active Recovery
55:14 Steven's views about Nootropics
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Steven Kotler, the founder and executive director of the Flow Research Collective, is one of the world’s leading experts on human peak performance. He is an award-winning journalist and an author with over ten bestselling books.
Some of his works include: The Art of Impossible, The Future is Faster Than You Think, The Rise of Superman, Stealing Fire, and so much more! Look out for his latest upcoming book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad, where he debunks the old myths about aging and how you can boost your longevity through flow!