Flow requires a balance between skill level and challenge from "summary" of Finding Flow by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi
Flow is a state of optimal experience where individuals feel fully immersed and focused on the task at hand. To achieve flow, one must find a balance between their skill level and the level of challenge presented by the activity. When the challenge is too low compared to one's skill level, they may feel bored and disengaged. In such instances, there is no opportunity for growth or development, leading to a lack of motivation and interest in the task. On the other hand, when the challenge is too high relative to one's skill level, they may feel anxious...
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