The Art of Impossible

The Art of Impossible explores the extraordinary journey of achieving the seemingly unachievable, delving into the realm of peak performance and offering readers a detailed roadmap to surpass their self-imposed limits. Steven Kotler, an acclaimed author and an expert in the field of high performance, takes readers on a riveting exploration through the lives of elite performers—athletes, artists, scientists, and business leaders—who have consistently redefined what is humanly possible. Kotler's profound insights are weaved with engaging anecdotes and backed by extensive research, making this book both informative and profoundly motivational.

New York Times Bestseller

Bestselling author and peak performance expert Steven Kotler decodes the secrets of those elite performers—athletes, artists, scientists, CEOs, and more—who have changed our definition of the possible, teaching us how we too can stretch far beyond our capabilities, making impossible dreams much more attainable for all of us.

What does it take to accomplish the impossible? What does it take to shatter our limitations, exceed our expectations, and turn our biggest dreams into our most recent achievements?

We are capable of so much more than we know—that’s the message at the core of The Art of Impossible. Building upon cutting-edge neuroscience and over twenty years of research, bestselling author, peak performance expert, and Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective, Steven Kotler lays out a blueprint for extreme performance improvement. If you want to aim high, here is the playbook to make it happen!

Inspirational and aspirational, pragmatic and accessible, The Art of Impossible is a life-changing experience disguised as a how-to manual for peak performance that anyone can use to shoot for the stars . . . spacesuit not included.

Kotler dives deep into the science of 'Flow,' a state of optimal performance where individuals are fully immersed in the activity at hand. He discusses the psychological and physiological mechanisms that trigger flow, offering actionable strategies to enter this state more frequently, thus unleashing your highest potential. Whether you are an entrepreneur devising a revolutionary business model or an athlete aspiring to break records, Kotler’s wisdom will guide you in sculpting your path to greatness.

An amalgamation of inspirational stories, cutting-edge research, and practical advice, The Art of Impossible is not just a book; it is a compass for anyone eager to navigate the intricate paths toward mastering their craft and achieving unprecedented success. It is beautifully written, easy to comprehend, and ready to embolden you to break past the barriers you once thought insurmountable.