Flow requires a balance between challenge and skill from "summary" of The Rise of Superman by Steven Kotler
At its core, flow is a state of optimal performance, where we feel our best and perform our best. It's a state of total absorption, where our sense of self disappears and time dilates. Flow is the secret behind many of the world's most incredible feats, from record-breaking athletic performances to groundbreaking scientific discoveries. But achieving flow isn't as simple as flipping a switch. One of the key ingredients to entering flow is finding the sweet spot between challenge and skill. When the challenge we face is too great compared to our skill level, we can feel anxious and overwhelmed. On the other hand, when the challenge is too easy, we can become bored and disengaged. Flow emerges when we strike the right balance, when the challenge at hand slightly exceeds our current abilities.
This delicate equilibrium is what pushes us to stretch beyond our comfort zones and grow. It's what keeps us engaged and focused, fully immersed in the task at hand. Flow isn't just about being in the zone; it's abo...
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