Csikszentmihalyi uncovers a truth that many of us can grasp intuitively, despite our persistent, culturally reinforced denial of it: it is not what happens to us that determines our happiness, but how we interpret and respond to those events. The way in which Csikszentmihalyi intertwines research on consciousness, personal psychology, and spirituality is truly illuminating." — Los Angeles Times Book Review
The bestselling classic that holds the key to unlocking meaning, creativity, peak performance, and genuine happiness.
Renowned psychologist Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi’s landmark studies on "optimal experience" have revealed that the essence of a truly satisfying experience lies in a state of consciousness known as flow. In this state, individuals experience profound enjoyment, creativity, and complete immersion in the present moment. In this newly revised edition of his groundbreaking work, Csikszentmihalyi—hailed as "the leading researcher into ‘flow states’" by Newsweek—shows that this state is not a random occurrence, but one that can be intentionally cultivated. Flow: The Psychology of Optimal Experience teaches us how, by mastering the way we organize the information that enters our consciousness, we can unlock true happiness, realize our full potential, and significantly enhance the quality of our lives.
