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Finding Flow

The Psychology Of Engagement With Everyday Life
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Finding Flow explores the concept of "flow," a state of complete immersion and engagement in activities that lead to optimal experience and fulfilment. Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi provides insights on how to achieve this state in everyday life, enhancing productivity and happiness. The book offers practical advice on how to find joy and meaning, whether at work, in leisure, or in personal relationships.
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You might like this book if you are interested in achieving a state of optimal experience where you feel fully engaged and at your best in activities. This book may appeal to you if you seek to understand how to increase your happiness and productivity through focused immersion in tasks that challenge yet match your skills.

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Finding Flow

"Part psychological study, part self-help book, Finding Flow is a prescriptive guide that helps us reclaim ownership of our lives. The key, according to Csikszentmihalyi, is to challenge ourselves with"

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In Finding Flow, renowned psychologist Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi delves into the intriguing concept of 'flow'—a state of immense concentration and enjoyment that allows individuals to be fully immersed in their activities. Drawing from extensive research involving thousands of subjects, Csikszentmihalyi uncovers how people can enrich their lives by attaining this deeply fulfilling state more frequently.

Moving beyond the realm of traditional self-help literature, Finding Flow serves as both an insightful psychological study and a practical guide. Csikszentmihalyi reveals that many of us meander through life disconnected from our emotions and the present moment. This lack of awareness often leads to a dichotomy where we oscillate between the stress of our daily responsibilities and the ennui of passive leisure, such as mindlessly watching television.

According to Csikszentmihalyi, the secret to reclaiming the vibrant essence of life lies in engaging ourselves in tasks that are both challenging and require a high level of skill and dedication. By actively participating in activities that stretch our capabilities—be it playing a musical instrument, engaging in creative endeavours, or even transforming mundane routines with new approaches—we can experience the profound joy of being completely absorbed in what we do.

The teachings of Finding Flow are both straightforward and transformative. Csikszentmihalyi encourages us to discover and cultivate our passions, thereby stepping out of our comfort zones and embracing the resilience and satisfaction that come with complete engagement. This book provides the tools and insights necessary to turn ordinary moments into extraordinary opportunities, enhancing both our professional and personal lives.

Ultimately, Finding Flow is an invitation to live more mindful and intentional lives, allowing us to find happiness and fulfilment in every aspect of our days. Whether you're looking to improve your work performance, enhance your creativity, or simply achieve a more balanced life, Csikszentmihalyi's wisdom offers a pathway to a richer and more meaningful existence.

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Finding Flow by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi is praised for its eloquent argument on living fully in the present while learning from the past. It is lauded for making complex psychological phenomena accessible and for enhancing understanding of happiness and peak experiences in everyday life.

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Book Details

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ISBN: 9780465024117

Publisher: Basic Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 April 1998

Country: United States

Imprint: Basic Books

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 13.0mm

Width: 135.0mm

Height: 202.0mm

Weight: 170g

Pages: 192

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Find a flow state and watch time fly while having fun!

This book helped me understand why being completely immersed in a task is so pleasurable and how such moments are becoming rare due to constant distractions. Written over 10 years ago by psychologist Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi, it emphasizes seeking flow state activities for everyday happiness and accomplishment. Tasks like cooking a challenging meal, cleaning your house, playing a board game, or engaging in creative activities can trigger flow and bring joy. Even tasks like washing your car or paying bills can create feelings of pride and accomplishment. I’d recommend this book to anyone who wants to understand why some activities bring more joy than others and the importance of uninterrupted time.

About the Author

Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi is professor of psychology and education at the University of Chicago. He is the author of a number of books, including the bestselling Flow, The Evolving Self, Creativity, and Being Adolescent.

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