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Kwik Brain with Jim Kwik

Optimal Flow State with Steven Kotler

Jul 13, 2020
20:27

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  • Flow state involves total absorption and heightened focus, driven by intrinsic motivators like passion.
  • Active recovery strategies post-flow and deep delta wave sleep aid in transitioning short-term flow experiences to long-term memory.

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Flow State and Skill Acquisition

Flow state, scientifically defined as an optimal state of consciousness where individuals feel and perform at their best, involves moments of total absorption and heightened focus. This state, marked by rapid tension and total mental and physical performance, results from aligning intrinsic motivators like passion and curiosity. Attention and focus in the present moment are crucial for achieving flow, with factors driving flow becoming increasingly understood through research.

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