“Finally, a book that brings you up to date with the science of flow, in a practical and accessible manner. Mastering Flow is the most comprehensive and useful book on flow I’ve read. If you want to learn more about flow and how to experience it more often, consider it a must-read.”

—Patrik Edblad
Author of The Self-Discipline Blueprint

“Whether or not we’ll reach our goals depends largely on our ability to focus. In his book Mastering Flow, Nils shows us how to enter flow more easily so that we can stay focused and perform at our best. If you enjoy the works of Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi and Steven Kotler, you’ll love Mastering Flow.”

—Thibaut Meurisse
Author of Master Your Emotions

Mastering Flow: Perform Better, Experience More Joy, and Live a Happier Life

The result of 4+ years of research—the most comprehensive and practical book on flow published in the 2020s.

“When you get in that zone, it’s just this supreme confidence; you know it’s going in. It’s not a matter of if… it’s just that it’s going in… and you just have supreme confidence…” —Kobe Bryant, basketball legend.

From top athletes and successful coaches to world-class creatives, famous artists, and major companies like Toyota, Patagonia, and Ericsson—they are all singing the praises of flow.

Flow is the state of total absorption in an activity. Everything feels smooth and fluent, easy and effortless. You feel confident and in total control. Freed from worries and self-doubts, you’re able to perform to the best of your ability. Flow is special because it combines high enjoyment with high performance.

Decades of research have shown that flow holds the key to peak performance, skill development, and well-being—that’s why flow is sought after by high performers all over the world. As Nils puts it: Fulfilling your potential depends on your ability to experience flow.

Mastering Flow takes you on a groundbreaking exploration into the fascinating world of flow and shows you how to experience this elusive state with greater ease and frequency. By unlocking flow, the book promises to help you feel and perform better, fulfill your potential, and find lasting happiness.

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"Nils Salzgeber provides a thoughtful perspective on flow. His enthusiasm for the concept of flow shines through in his writing, which brings together a variety of work that has helped to establish flow as a key psychological concept that brings enjoyment and meaning to life."
— Sue Jackson, PhD, Author of Flow in Sports and Experiencing Flow

"Finally, a book that brings you up to date with the science of flow, in a practical and accessible manner. Mastering Flow is the most comprehensive and useful book on flow I've read. If you want to learn more about flow and how to experience it more often, consider it a must-read."
— Patrik Edblad, author of The Self-Discipline Blueprint

"Mastering Flow offers a wonderful perspective on achieving joy and productivity through flow states. Salzgeber's fresh approach and actionable guidance make this work a valuable resource for anyone seeking a more fulfilling and productive life. Very highly recommended."
— Jamie Michele, Reader's Favorite

"I found Mastering Flow by Nils Salzgeber to be a very enlightening and enjoyable read. As someone who knows what it's like to experience a lot of self-doubt, anxiety, and distraction, the thought of finding stillness and happiness in flow was very encouraging and refreshing. This book is very well-written, easy-to-understand, practical, well-researched, and descriptive. I recommend it to all who are looking to find joy, fulfillment, self-confidence, and a holistic and mindful state of being in their lives."
— Lindsay DeRollo, Reader's Favorite

"You know the feeling of satisfaction that you get when you read a book that perfectly captures what you've once experienced? That's what I felt while reading Mastering Flow. It's a well-researched and concise guide... I can see many amazing performances and contributions in art, businesses, and sports being attributed to this book's lessons in years to come."
— Foluso Falaye, Reader's Favorite

"Are you seeking to enrich your life journey and overall happiness, then Mastering Flow is a must-read for you. Nils has distilled an astounding amount of relevant research and produced a highly enjoyable, thought-provoking and practical read. Quoting many of the big thinkers he has successfully brought the relevance and importance of flow into the 21st century. Enjoy!"
— Simran Thind, Life Coach

"Whether or not we'll reach our goals depends largely on our ability to focus. In his book Mastering Flow, Nils shows us how to enter flow more easily so that we can stay focused and perform at our best. If you enjoy the works of Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi and Steven Kotler, you'll love Mastering Flow."
— Thibaut Meurisse, author of Master Your Emotions

More About the Book...

The book is organized into three parts. Here's an overview of what you can expect from each part.

Part 1: The Basics of Flow

The first part is all about what flow is and what we know about it. Think of it like a Tour de Flow. I’ll share the foundational as well as the most intriguing and helpful findings from over 50 years of research on flow.

The Tour begins with a broad overview that puts flow in context. Next up are the origin story of flow, its definition, and a brief discussion of the different types of flow. You’ll then learn about the circumstances under which flow occurs and the components that come together to create the holistic sensation of being in flow.

Other highlights of the Tour include: the personality traits that support or hinder your ability to experience flow; the various methods researchers have used to uncover the many findings I share in this book; the activities and contexts in which flow is experienced most frequently; and finally, the fascinating world of your brain and body in flow.

Part 2: The Benefits and Dangers of Flow

This part covers the benefits and dangers of flow. I’ve stated that flow holds the key to happiness and success and that creating your best life depends on your ability to experience flow.

In chapters 10 and 11, I’ll back up these claims. I’ll provide examples of athletes, musicians, writers, entrepreneurs, and businesses that credit flow with their gold medals, world records, bestsellers, scientific breakthroughs, and other achievements. I’ll also share the scientific studies that have vigorously tested the many anecdotal benefits of flow.

Finally, in chapter 12, I’ll discuss the dangers and downsides of flow. Flow is powerful; that much is certain. But flow isn’t good or bad in an absolute sense. It can build or destroy. It can make you or break you. While flow is always fun, its consequences can be everything but.

Part 3: Making it Happen

The final part of the book is all about making flow happen. Think of it as your toolkit. You’ll discover a smorgasbord of tips and strategies for experiencing more flow.

You’ll learn about activities, jobs, environments, skills, mindsets, routines, and habits that facilitate flow. You’ll learn how to structure your life, tweak your surroundings, and manage your thoughts and emotions to make flow more likely.

Most importantly, you’ll learn how to become more flow-prone—how to become better at moving in and out of flow at all times in all areas of life.

About the Author

Nils Salzgeber is a #1 Amazon bestselling author and co-founder of NJlifehacks, a platform dedicated to optimizing well-being through the integration of ancient wisdom and modern science. His writing is meticulously researched yet simple and practical.

His latest book, Mastering Flow, is the result of a four-year deep dive into the science of flow. Drawing from hundreds of scholarly sources and packed with practical, evidence-based strategies, the book may be considered the most comprehensive and practical book on flow in the 2020s.

Nils holds a degree in Psychology from the University of Bern. In his spare time, he loves playing football, tennis, and spikeball, going on hikes, and reading, reading, and reading some more. He resides in Thun, Switzerland.

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