Flow (psychology)

Flow (psychology)

Topic

Heard in 4 episodes across 2 shows since Jan 2026

Flow is a mental state in which a person performing an activity is fully immersed in a feeling of energized focus, full involvement, and enjoyment. Characterized by complete absorption in a task, it often results in a transformation of one's sense of time and a harmonious balance between challenge and skill. The concept was recognized and named by psychologist Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi.

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4
across 2 shows

First heard

Jan 2026

Expert statements

6
4 positive

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What experts have said about Flow (psychology)

6 statements · 4 positive · 1 mixed · 1 neutral

  1. Jimmy CarrPositiveAug 10, 2026· Modern Wisdom

    Finding enjoyable activities that induce flow is a key to wellbeing.

    “Finding something that you enjoy doing that you can be in that kind of flow state”

    Listen at 4:53

    Open the episode · You’re Not Depressed, You’re Living The Wrong Life - Jimmy Carr - #1135
  2. Dr. Tommy WoodNeutralJul 20, 2026· Huberman Lab Essentials

    Flow is the maximal expression of a complex learned skill.

    “I think of flow as the maximal expression of a complex learned skill.”

    Listen at 38:18

    Open the episode · Accelerate Learning & Increase Cognitive Capacity | Dr. Tommy Wood
  3. Andy StumpfPositiveJun 15, 2026· Huberman Lab Essentials

    Accessing flow states can substantially change a person’s life.

    “if you can find your way there, I don't care that nobody can describe what it is. I am here to tell you it will change your life if you can find your way into that space.”

    Listen at 1:27:22

    Open the episode · The Mental Frame & Specific Daily Actions to Succeed | Andy Stumpf
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Episodes

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