Episode
134

Breaking Through Blocks To Unleash Creative Flow

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Steven Kotler and Alex Cattoni
by Flow Research Collective
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134
August 1, 2023
Steven Kotler and Alex Cattoni

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ABOUT THE GUEST:


Join NYT bestselling author and Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective, Steven Kotler, and renowned copywriter and founder of the Copy Posse, Alex Cattoni, as they uncover the secrets to achieving flow state and enhancing creativity. Overcome writer's block, tap into effortless flow, and explore Steven's three-step writing process. Learn about the fascinating research on psychedelics vs. flow and discover alternative practices to meditation for accessing flow.

Don't miss this episode filled with valuable insights!

ABOUT THE EPISODE: 

In this episode, you will learn about:

  • 00:00 Intro
  • 02:29 The Path to Peak Performance and Unparalleled Focus
  • 04:55 The True Nature of ADHD and Flow State
  • 08:29 Overcoming Blocks and Achieving Creative Flow 
  • 14:20 Using Flow Triggers for Optimal Writing Performance
  • 24:07 The Importance of Supporting Evidence and Believability
  • 26:15 Harnessing Ecstasis for Creative Problem Solving
  • 30:22 Accessible Tools for Altered States
  • 32:44 Switching Between Creator and Manager Modes
  • 36:32 Finding Your Optimal Work Schedule
  • 39:44 The Boss Mindset 
  • 45:14 The Aggressive Approach to Productive Writing 
  • 48:25 Navigating the Potential of Consciousness Hacking 
  • 54:21 Flow for Writers

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Apple podcast:
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Steven Kotler, the founder and executive director of the Flow Research Collective, is one of the world’s leading experts on human peak performance. He is an award-winning journalist and an author with over ten bestselling books.

Some of his works include: The Art of Impossible, The Future is Faster Than You Think, The Rise of Superman, Stealing Fire, and so much more! Look out for his latest upcoming book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad, where he debunks the old myths about aging and how you can boost your longevity through flow!

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