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Hacking Flow for Faster Learning with Steven Kotler

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Jun 23, 2017
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ADVICE

Four Essential Flow Conditions

  • To hack flow, maintain sharp focus and believe deeply in your goal as if your life depends on it.
  • Keep challenges slightly above your skill level and set clear, measurable goals with immediate feedback.
INSIGHT

Flow Is a Four-Stage Cycle

  • Flow is a cycle of four states: struggle, release, flow, and recovery.
  • Frustration signals progress; embrace it without attaching emotionally to it.
ADVICE

Relax Fully Before Flow

  • After struggling, intentionally relax fully to trigger flow; go for walks, watch movies, or engage in distractions that clear your mind.
  • Avoid thinking about problems during this relaxation phase for maximal effect.
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