Flow
The Psychology of Optimal Experience
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Publisher Description
“Csikszentmihalyi arrives at an insight that many of us can intuitively grasp, despite our insistent (and culturally supported) denial of this truth. That is, it is not what happens to us that determines our happiness, but the manner in which we make sense of that reality. . . . The manner in which Csikszentmihalyi integrates research on consciousness, personal psychology and spirituality is illuminating.” —Los Angeles Times Book Review
The bestselling classic that holds the key to unlocking meaning, creativity, peak performance, and true happiness.
Legendary psychologist Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi's famous investigations of "optimal experience" have revealed that what makes an experience genuinely satisfying is a state of consciousness called flow. During flow, people typically experience deep enjoyment, creativity, and a total involvement with life. In this new edition of his groundbreaking classic work, Csikszentmihalyi ("the leading researcher into ‘flow states’" —Newsweek) demonstrates the ways this positive state can be controlled, not just left to chance. Flow: The Psychology of Optimal Experience teaches how, by ordering the information that enters our consciousness, we can discover true happiness, unlock our potential, and greatly improve the quality of our lives.
APPLE BOOKS REVIEW
If you’ve ever gotten into the zone while doing something you love, you know what a special feeling it is. It’s what psychologists call a state of flow, where you’re so engaged in an activity that nothing else seems to matter. With his book, psychologist Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi is here to explain how to make that flow state a regular part of your everyday life. And he does so in a straightforward and easy-to-follow manner that’s based on actionable advice and not woo. Csikszentmihalyi’s tips focus not only on how to deal with the hard stuff (break it down into smaller, more manageable tasks), but also the easy but boring things that otherwise might not be challenging enough (set new short-term goals to keep yourself interested). Csikszentmihalyi also makes a compelling argument that being in a flow state makes us happier and more peaceful. Considering how chaotic and loud the world can be, this guide is an absolute must-read.
Customer Reviews
Great book
I read this book in Graduate School and just had to get this book as an audiobook. It's a great reminder of capturing those precious moments of when we are totally immersed in the present moment.
Important!
Read this book many years ago. Have recommended it to many. Helped pull me out of a black hole I was in about 15 years ago. I guarantee if you read it you will get at least something out of it.
Profound and brilliant
A must for anyone attempting personal growth, and a possible path to it.