Tiny Leaps, Big Changes

In this episode, we look at the state of flow, what it is, how it works, and how to take advantage of it. Try Athletic Greens: http://athleticgreens.com/tinyleaps Part 1: What is Flow Definition:  An altered state of consciousness in which the mind functions at its peak, time may seem distorted, and a sense of happiness prevails. In such a state the individual feels truly alive and fully attentive to what is being done. Part 2: What's Going On? In an article for Psychology Today, Steven Kotler (the same steven kotler) writes: "during flow, the brain releases an enormous cascade of neurochemistry. Large quantities of norepinephrine, dopamine, endorphins, anandamide, and serotonin flood our system. All are pleasure-inducing, performance-enhancing chemicals with considerable impacts on creativity. Both norepinephrine and dopamine amp up focus,  boosting imaginative possibilities by helping us gather more information..." Part 3: How to Get Into Flow Let's look at the r