Flow

The Psychology of Happiness

Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Ebury Publishing

Published:1st Aug '02

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This classic popular psychology title explains how, by altering our perspective, we can find happiness, dispel disharmony and enter a state of perfect equilibrium - a state of 'flow'

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.

Unlock greater happiness, focus, and fulfilment with the global bestselling classic from the world-renowned psychologist.

‘More relevant than ever'The Times

‘Illuminates the way to happiness’New York Times Book Review

What really makes people glad to be alive? What are the inner experiences that make life worthwhile? And what made an experience truly enjoyable?

After decades of research, psychologist Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi found what he believes to be the answer: flow, a state of concentration so focused that it amounts to complete absorption in an activity where time disappears, focus sharpens, and we perform at our best.

In this bestselling book, Csikszentmihalyi shows you how to use ‘flow’ to transform the way you work, think, and live, showing you how to:

  • Achieve flow states for deep focus, productivity, and creativity
  • Find joy in work, hobbies, relationships, and everyday activities
  • Overcome boredom, anxiety, and distraction
  • Create a more meaningful and purposeful life


Combining ground-breaking research with practical advice, Flow is the timeless guide to finding inner peace, happiness, and order in our lives.

[He] has done more than anyone else to study this state of effortless attending * Daniel Kahneman, author of Thinking, Fast and Slow *
Elegantly written...it is more relevant than ever * The Times *
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 *
[He] has done more than anyone else to study this state of effortless attending * Daniel Kahneman, author of Thinking, Fast and Slow *

ISBN: 9780712657594

Dimensions: 217mm x 135mm x 25mm

Weight: 322g

320 pages