Creating the Right Conditions for Flow State

Manufacturing flow is not possible, but we can create the right conditions for it. The book by Holly explains that flow occurs when our skills match the challenge at hand. If the challenge is higher than our skills, it creates anxiety, and if the challenge is lower, it creates boredom. Batching boring tasks can be a good strategy. Tasks beyond our ability can be stressful, but we should approach them with a determination to figure them out. The key is to seek tasks just below our abilities, where we are slightly outside our comfort zone and can experience growth and flow. Stagnation leads to boredom, while constant challenge leads to stress.