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Podcast: How to get into a flow state

We explore research and tactics for entering into a “flow” state.

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On this episode, we chat about how to get into a state of flow, where we’re totally immersed in what we’re doing. Topics covered include:

  • What a “flow state” is;
  • The characteristics of a flow state;
  • Shortcuts to help us get into a state of flow;
  • How flow helps us perform better with creative tasks;
  • When a flow state isn’t helpful;
  • The “flow channel”;
  • Why we shouldn’t always evaluate how we’re doing as we work;
  • The steps for focusing on something, and how these can help us enter a flow state.

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Chris Bailey
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Chris Bailey

Chris is the bestselling author of four books—Intentional, How to Calm Your Mind, Hyperfocus, and The Productivity Project—which have been published in more than 40 languages. He also hosts the Intentional AI podcast, writes a biweekly newsletter, The Recap, and speaks to audiences around the world on how they can become more productive without hating the process.

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