Flow: The Psychology of Happiness

His studies revealed that what makes experience genuinely satisfying is 'flow' - a state of concentration so focused that it amounts to complete absorption in an activity and results in the achievement of a perfect state of happiness.

What really makes us feel glad to be alive? This classic work of psychology from world-renowned psychologist Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi is your essential guide to unlocking a happier, more fulfilling state of being.

''[He] has done more than anyone else to study this state of effortless attending'' ? Daniel Kahneman, author of Thinking, Fast and Slow
''Mr Csikszentmihalyi illuminates the accuracy of what philosophers have been saying for centuries: that the way to happiness lies not in mindless hedonism but in mindful challenge'' ? The New York Times
''Elegantly written ... it is more relevant than ever'' The Times
''Enlightening, thought-provoking, relevant'' -- ***** Reader review
''I actually struggled to put it down'' -- ***** Reader review
''It will definitely help me structure and control my mind better'' -- ***** Reader review
''If you are searching to add meaning to your life, or to gain more enjoyment from the life that you have, reading this book is a must'' -- ***** Reader review

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Control of consciousness determines the quality of life

Combining over 40 years of ground-breaking research with practical advice, world-renowned psychologist Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi reveals the key to optimal experience: flow.

Arguing that the human brain is most happy when engaged in the meaningful pursuit of a goal - anything from sport to learning a language, from enjoyable work to practising music - he demonstrates that the need to concentrate and lose yourself in the moment is the key to finding inner peace, happiness and order in the midst of our chaotic lives.

• | Author: Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi
• | Publisher: Ebury Publishing
• | Publication Date: Aug 01, 2002
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• | Binding: Paperback / softback
• | ISBN-13: 9780712657594
• | ISBN-10: 0712657592