Glossary / Flow State

Flow State

A psychological state of full immersion and energized focus.

Described by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi. Requires a clear goal, immediate feedback, and a balance between challenge and skill.

Related

• Deep Work — Cognitively demanding work performed in a distraction-free state.
• Attention Residue — Lingering cognitive load left over after switching tasks.

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More from the glossary

• Pomodoro Technique
• Flowtime Technique
• Deep Work
• Shallow Work
• Ultradian Rhythm
• Circadian Rhythm
• Chronotype
• Default Mode Network
• Diffuse Thinking
• Focused Thinking