‘It would be impossible to “hack” flow on demand,’ says Dr Cameron Norsworthy. But we can increase our chances to experience it, he adds.Composite: The Guardian/Getty Images What is the secret to ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." You may have heard the term “flow state” from big wave surfers, symphony performers, or chess players.

In one of Don Draper’s more memorable bits of wisdom, the fictional ad exec advised a creatively blocked colleague: “Just think about it. Deeply. Then forget it. And an idea will jump up in your face.

Have you ever done a tricky but doable task — say a puzzle — and felt intense engagement, absorption, and enjoyment? If so, you’ve experienced a flow state. If this sounds familiar, you’re in good ...

Every founder, CEO or entrepreneur has heard and likely experienced “being in the zone,” where concentration, clarity and effortless productivity “flow.” It’s the opposite of stress or the daily grind ...

There is a state of mind athletes talk about when they are totally absorbed in the moment and the actions of their sport.