{"id":24657,"date":"2019-12-13T15:57:00","date_gmt":"2019-12-13T18:57:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.pdainternational.net\/?p=24657"},"modified":"2022-05-16T15:58:31","modified_gmt":"2022-05-16T18:58:31","slug":"how-to-reach-the-flow-state","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.pdainternational.net\/en\/how-to-reach-the-flow-state\/","title":{"rendered":"How to reach the flow state?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The flow state takes place when we connect with the activity we do and stay in a space where it seems that time stops.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This term is associated with&nbsp;Mihaly&nbsp;Csikszentmihalyi, as part of the philosophy of positive psychology.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Below are some tips to reach this state of connection:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\u2013 Do something you are passionate about<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The flow state needs an active motivation. To increase productivity and creativity in whatever you do, you need to learn to enjoy what you do.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\u2013 Set achievable goals<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Goals&nbsp;are the basis of our actions. What do we want to achieve? However, we also have to define how we are going to do it.&nbsp;If the goals are not clear, you will need to demand a separate effort and cause the opposite effect: stress or frustration.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\u2013 Avoid distractions<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Physical space has a significant influence on our concentration: while we keep an eye on our relationship with it, we pay attention to details (lighting, temperature, external noise, among others).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\u2013 Keep focused as long as possible<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sometimes, especially when you practice an activity for the first time, it is normal to not be&nbsp;very&nbsp;focused. As you master the activity, you will have more time to enjoy it.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\u2013 Focus on the process, not on the result<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The flow state<strong>&nbsp;is related to&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>accomplishing<\/strong><strong>&nbsp;the task, not the result.<\/strong>&nbsp;An appealing outcome can also be motivating, but the truly important thing is to enjoy what you do.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>When we flow, we project well-being<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"has-text-align-right wp-block-heading\">Flowing with activities increases our productivity, and your attitude to work each day ends up being reflected in the&nbsp;<strong>work environment<\/strong>.<strong>&nbsp;<\/strong>Overcoming personal problems is an expression of mature relationships. Being kind to and interested&nbsp;in&nbsp;people and having new discussions helps the day&nbsp;be&nbsp;much better.<\/h4>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The flow state takes place when we connect with the activity we do and stay in a space where it seems that time stops.&nbsp; This term is associated with&nbsp;Mihaly&nbsp;Csikszentmihalyi, as part of the philosophy of positive psychology.&nbsp; Below are some tips to reach this state of connection:&nbsp; \u2013 Do something you are passionate about&nbsp; The flow state needs an active motivation. To increase productivity and creativity in whatever you do, you need to learn to enjoy what you do.&nbsp;&nbsp; \u2013 Set achievable goals&nbsp; Goals&nbsp;are the basis of our actions. What do we want to achieve? However, we also have to define how we are going to do it.&nbsp;If the goals are not clear, you will need to demand a separate effort and cause the opposite effect: stress or frustration.&nbsp;&nbsp; \u2013 Avoid distractions&nbsp; Physical space has a significant influence on our concentration: while we keep an eye on our relationship with it, we pay attention to details (lighting, temperature, external noise, among others).&nbsp; \u2013 Keep focused as long as possible&nbsp; Sometimes, especially when you practice an activity for the first time, it is normal to not be&nbsp;very&nbsp;focused. 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