Delve into the neurological and psychological foundations of the flow state, examining how the brain fundamentally changes during moments of peak performance. We explore the historical origins of flow states, from Zen Buddhist concepts of 'mushin' to the modern scientific research of Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi. The episode culminates with analysis of athletic achievements, including Michael Jordan's famous 'flu game' and Roger Federer's perfect tennis matches, demonstrating how elite athletes consistently access this optimal performance state. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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