What if you could disappear into your tasks and emerge happier, more productive, and less stressed? That "magical" feeling - one you have likely experienced from time to time - is called Flow. And it’s more than just a catchy term thrown around these days; it’s a scientifically backed state of peak performance.

In this video, we dive into the groundbreaking research of Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi and Jeanne Nakamura to uncover why "losing yourself" in a task is one of the 9 key tools for creating a meaningful life. 
(This is part 5 of our series on positive psychology which goes into all 9 of these tools - and you can find more about these tools in the episodes directly before and after this one!) 

In this video, you’ll learn:

• The 3 criteria and 6 characteristics that define a true Flow State.
• Why engagement increases life satisfaction
• Practical strategies to trigger immersion in your daily routine.

Timestamp Chapters:
00:00 Intro & Example of Flow
04:20 The 3 Criteria & 6 Characteristics of Flow
10:56 The Historical Lens
13:27 What qualifies as Flow? (Common Questions) 
16:52 The Happiness Connection: Why Flow feels so good 
24:09 Actionable Steps: How to create more Flow today

Resources mentioned: 📖 
- Textbook: https://academic.oup.com/edited-volume/28153
- Flow: The Psychology of Optimal Experience by by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi

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