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8mins
The Big Think Interview
How to train your nervous system for optimal performance
"If you're interested in human performance, what you want is something that's reliable and repeatable, and thus you want neurobiology because neurobiology gives you mechanism."
Steven Kotler
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17mins
The Big Think Interview
Anxiety gives you an advantage. Unlock it with neuroplasticity
“Anxiety is focused on things that are important to you in life. That is the key.”
Wendy Suzuki
Black and white engraving-style illustration of a human eye in close-up, with detailed lines depicting the iris, pupil, and eyelids—capturing the intense focus and clarity of the flow state.
The Well
Flow state: How to trigger the best performance of your life
‘Flow state’ is a peak performance mental state experienced by the world's highest achievers. Learn how it works in just 7 minutes.
Steven Kotler
John Templeton Foundation
boost performance
6mins
The Big Think Interview
How to use ‘flow state’ to do the impossible
You can learn things 250% faster by unlocking your ‘flow state.’
Steven Kotler
flow state
4mins
Explain It Like I’m Smart
How ‘flow state’ can treat anxiety and depression
How to unlock your brain’s natural antidepressants.
Steven Kotler
Experiencing flow state
Great Question
How ‘flow state’ can heal trauma
Experiences that put you in a state of flow are shown to override PTSD and heartbreak.
Steven Kotler
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The Big Think Interview
How to enter “flow state” on command
Peak performance mind hack explained in 7 minutes.
Steven Kotler
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