How to enter flow state
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Flow is more than just concentrating or paying attention; it's a unique mental state of effortless engagement. And those who more frequently experience flow report higher levels of positive emotions, creativity, and feelings of accomplishment. But what exactly is flow? And how can we find it in our daily lives? Explore steps you can take to increase your chances of finding flow.
Imagine a friend of yours has a big math exam coming up and is having a hard time concentrating on studying. What advice might you give them that could potentially lead them to a state of flow with this task?
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Meet The Creators
- Script Writer Shannon Odell
- Director Leah Putnam
- Narrator Alexandra Panzer
- Composer Salil Bhayani, cAMP Studio
- Sound Designer Amanda P.H. Bennett, cAMP Studio
- Director of Production Gerta Xhelo
- Produced by Anna Bechtol, Abdallah Ewis
- Editorial Director Alex Rosenthal
- Editorial Producer Shannon Odell
