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In this episode of the Whiskey and Work Podcast, Kelsey sits down with mindset coach, Helen Henley. They discuss Helen's expertise in flow and productivity, define flow as a state where full attention is on a task, mental load decreases, and one is challenged and present, as well as the misconception that flow requires a high level of challenge. Sit back, relax and grab a pen and paper for this one — you’re going to want to take some notes!
What we’re talking about…
Helen's background and her journey into coaching
Helen’s scholarship and coaching experience
Emphasize Helen's expertise in flow and productivity
Define flow as a state where full attention is on a task, mental load decreases, and one is challenged and present
Mihai Csikszentmihalyi's definition of flow
Discuss the misconception that flow requires a high level of challenge
The importance of finding the right level of challenge for flow
Explain how the challenge can be relative to individual skills
Explore ways to hack flow by finding motivation
Share the idea of recording audio notes for specific people as a motivator
Mention the importance of identifying what truly motivates you
Introduce the concept of an autotelic personality
How identifying your autotelic motivations can help you get into a flow state
Discuss the significance of aligning your flow with your motivations
The surprising statistic that a 4% challenge is ideal for entering a flow state
How the 4% challenge can be relative and evolve over time
Highlight the need to identify your personal 4% challenge
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