Steven Kotler's Art of Impossible is a how-to manual for achieving peak performance and tackling seemingly impossible goals. The book explores the science behind extreme innovation, focusing on intrinsic motivation, grit, and goal-setting as key components.

Kotler details strategies for cultivating curiosity, passion, and purpose, and enhancing skills through focused learning and emotional intelligence.

The text also examines the role of flow states—moments of intense focus and creativity—in achieving excellence.