This state, known in psychology as a "flow state," is pursued by those who want to be more productive and creative in an enjoyable way.What happens in the brain during this state, however, has ...

A chart shows the data produced from pressing pedals during performance flow state. Courtesy of Greg Applebaum Watching carefully, Slomoff observes Gordon’s brainwaves start moving toward flow ...

For a flow state to happen, three main conditions must exist: Clear And Specific Goals Having a distinct and defined path to follow allows you to focus and channel your attention on the task at hand.

Flow is a state of intense focus, reduced self-consciousness, and peak performance. And just like in Soul , scientists are turning to musicians to understand how the brain enters this intriguing ...

That’s flow, or the sense of being “in the zone.” A new neuroimaging study from Drexel University’s Creativity Research Lab is the first to reveal how the brain gets to the creative flow state. The ...

When you are trying to hit a flow state, plan around when you need to do a major, demanding task. For instance, when planning your 1-3-5 to-do list for the day, your one big task should be one you ...

When you achieve a flow state, time flies and happiness and productivity spike. Here’s the neuroscience of how to get there. Inc. Power Partner Awards Deadline This Friday, July 25!

Find your low-stakes flow state. Today, we’re in search of flow states that don’t require a lot of effort but have a big payoff: Call them “low-stakes flow states.” Go flow hunting.