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Mon JAN 15 2024

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The true sign of intelligence is not Knowledge,
is IMAGINATION...
-- Albert Einstein
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Creative flow is a state of mind where an individual is fully immersed in a task, and they experience a sense of clarity and ecstasy. According to a BBC article, creative flow is associated with subjective well-being, satisfaction with life, and general happiness. It is also linked to productivity, motivation, and company loyalty.

Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi, a psychologist, coined the term “flow” to describe this state of mind. Csikszentmihalyi found that creatives such as artists, painters, and musicians often experienced this state of mind while working on their projects. However, flow is not exclusive to artists. Anyone can experience flow whenever they are fully engaged with their work, hobbies, or relationships.

The flow state is characterized by a handful of conditions. These include intense focus, a sense of clarity, immediate feedback, a sense of timelessness, and feeling part of something larger. When these conditions are present, the task at hand becomes worth doing for its own sake.

To achieve a state of creative flow, it is important to find activities that make your brain unique and creative. As an inventor and innovator, your brain is responsible for coming up with new, fresh, and unique ideas that no one has seen before. Each of these ideas is spawned by your individual spark, passion, and power, each of which makes up your creative flow. According to Basics by Becca, some ways to tap into your creative flow include:

  1. Meditation: Meditation can help you clear your mind and focus on the task at hand.
  2. Exercise: Exercise can help you get into a state of flow by releasing endorphins and reducing stress.
  3. Collaboration: Collaborating with others can help you generate new ideas and get feedback on your work.
  4. Taking breaks: Taking breaks can help you recharge and come back to your work with a fresh perspective.
  5. Trying new things: Trying new things can help you break out of your comfort zone and stimulate your creativity.

In conclusion, creative flow is a state of mind where an individual is fully immersed in a task, and they experience a sense of clarity and ecstasy. It is associated with subjective well-being, satisfaction with life, and general happiness. Anyone can experience flow whenever they are fully engaged with their work, hobbies, or relationships. To achieve a state of creative flow, it is important to find activities that make your brain unique and creative.

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“Darkness cannot drive out darkness, only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate, only love can do that,” from “Strength to Love.”




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