“Few things are sadder than encountering a person who knows exactly what he should do, yet cannot muster enough energy to do it. "He who desires but acts not," wrote Blake with his accustomed vigor, "Breeds pestilence.”
Quote by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi
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Flow: the psychology of optimal experience
This book investigates the phenomenon of flow, a state of concentration and engagement where individuals experience a sense of timelessness and complete absorption in their activities. The author examines the psychological underpinnings of flow and its implications for personal and professional development. more
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Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi
Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi is a renowned psychologist known for his research on the concept of flow. His work focuses on human creativity and happiness, particularly the psychological state of being fully immersed in an activity. more
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