Huge thanks to Steven Kotler for taking the time to chat. You can see more of his work here: stevenkotler.com/ His new book is called The Future Is Faster Than You Think!

I can't even reach the average human performance.

The quality is just getting better and better!

My flow trigger: Watching Matt D'Avella tell me how to live a better life.

This could be a whole feature length documentary. Damn Matt.

The real secret to Matt D'Avella's superhuman performance are his biceps

Tip for KZfaqrs to get in flow and break the writers block: Start watching your previous videos and think on how you can get better in the next one. Trust me this helps. BTW this video was really helpful Matt!

The quality keeps getting better and better.

Ok, nobody is gonna congratulate Matt on how perfectly he pronounced "Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi"? I'm gonna do it, good job Matt!😁

Your videos have set a standard for all self improvement KZfaqrs. You have changed the game.

Something I definitely noticed is that, when I'm studying something that I'm not confident in, I study a lot better. Maybe this sounds a bit counter intuitive, as in, if I'm more confident in a certain subject, shouldn't I feel more confortable reviewing everything? Well, I don't really understand it, but maybe it has to do with flow state. Studying something that I'm less confident in may increase the relative complexity of the subject and, especially if I'm working up to a big exam, increase the risk of failure if I don't study effectively. Plus, the feeling of *starting to understand*, maybe pattern recognition, just motivates me to no end, and it really feels amazing, and I can spend hours just learning, and ACTUALLY learn. On the other hand, if I'm already relatively confident, or have the impression that that would be the case, I fail to stay focused, even if I know I need to study to get a good grade, and I can't spend much time looking at the books without my mind wandering off. Not sure if this would necessarily be what this video is talking about, but it really resonated somehow.

The “risk” trigger to flow totally explains why I procrastinate so hard because the risk of missing the deadlines focuses my abilities way better and my writing is best when I procrastinate it.

If you have ADHD, don’t be too discouraged- Our hyperfocus state is flow, and you know how strong/intense it can be. It’s just that directing our attention towards that hyperfocus and coming in & out of that state costs us a lot more mental energy than most people. (Good sleep habits, healthy eating, meditation, exercise, and knowledge about how it works are the best defenses against distractible thought patterns!)

Am i the only one who watches all these video's but doesn't do anything to improve their life which is lowkey kinda sad lmao

These last two videos helped me to realize what is so addictive about language learning: It is essentially a cocktail of these 5 dopamine triggers. I've now seen that a great way to start a learning session is to watch 10 minutes of a conversation or video that you already understand in the language (pattern recognition), and perhaps do that in a new place. Just doing this alone helped me to have the best 2 hour session of French that I've ever had this morning. Thanks Steven and Matt, amazing content as always.

* RISK * NOVELTY * COMPLEXITY * UNPREDICTABILITY * PATTERN RECOGNITION Start work by editing existing work = pattern recognition will facilitate a flow state for the new work (blank page) ahead of you 🙌

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The only guy on YT where quality increases with *absolutely every new video* even after a few years of publishing. Matt you are an artist.

Love this new format! Feels like an informal documentary - informative and sophisticated but casual and easy to digest :)

Really amazing insights

You know, now that I see the triggers for flow state, it really explains why I feel so creatively energized having moved back to Japan!

Love how Matt is exposing a large audience to these well known concepts

I really like that this videos always tell me things that I thought once but for some reason I never act out or really stop to think about them clearly; plus, that transition between the video and the sponsor add was soooo smooth!

I've been watching your channel about more than 6 months and I've noticed that you are a really good video editor, every scene is so flow and natural. It seems like you've done so many works of it, I feel so proud of ya, just keep doin it!

Just finished the book “Flow: The Psychology of Optimal Experience” yesterday and this comes into my feed. Great video.

Never heard a non-hungarian pronounce the name Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi so flawlessly haha good job Matt

You are truly getting better and better. I appreciate you putting time, patience and creativity into these videos. Thank you.

I do the same thing when I'm writing. Its always easeir to start when I spend a little time editing what I'd already written before. Its interesting that I was tapping into the flow state by doing that. This was enlightening thank you.

May sound random, but the “Novelty” and “Unpredictability” aspect I feel are what makes my journaling on pen and paper continually exciting. Digital screens make things feel cold very quickly.

Yes! I just finished reading The Rise of Superman. Excellent book!

I love how short your videos are but how much wisdom you provide in that time. I hate when I’m watching self-development videos that are ridiculously long because I feel like they’re too overwhelming and I feel more lost. Thank you for making productivity videos that just make sense.😊👍🏼

Really liked the warm lighting in this video. Thanks for the tips, Matt!

First day of the semester for me, timing couldn't be more perfect

The secret is simple: Avoid distractions. Turn on flight mode (or simply turn of mobile data) and get yourself confortable with some water/tea alongside your studying material to not having an excuse to stop studying. Works for me :-)

@Matt D'Avella , i just started working at a rock climbing gym here in Canada. I quit my full time job, and made the change to part time work. I am so happy because i am working around people i like and get to rock climb everyday. I have felt flow more and more, and it's true, once you're happy the flow state is that much closer. Your videos in 2019 have helped me so much and i just wanted to wish you happy 2020 and can't wait to see your great content!

Your videos are so well done, man. Truly one of the best content creators on KZfaq. Would love to see you do more documentaries.

When I’m writing I edit the previous few paragraphs, and it gets me started: pattern recognition. and when get stuck, I get unstuck by switching to handwriting for a bit. Novelty. Huh! I’ve accidentally figured a bit of this out. I find this stuff so interesting. There’s nothing better than one of those days that just goes in a blink when I’m creating

One of my professors said this “it’s not the person, it’s the setting.” ADD should be called AAD “attention abundance disorder.” Great video, Matt!

I stumbled onto your channel a few weeks ago and it is simply awesome! Thanks for the great content.

your videos always pop up in my feed when I need a kick up the arse to be better. thank you

the key to being a superhero is: be Matt D'Avella

I’m watching this while taking a shit so yeah I think I’m reaching my full potential #multitAsking

I have been looking for a video like this for a long time. More content like this please!!! Great work!

Love your work, it just keeps getting better and better. Thank you for making useful and informative content.

🤔Key takeaway, The 5 Flow Triggers: 1) Risk 2) Novelty 3) Complexity 4) Unpredictability 5) Pattern Recognition

The Secret to True Superhuman Performance: “Binge watch as many Matt D’Avella Videos as possible” ✅ ...and if you see this mine aren’t that bad either ;)

I just love how you're sharing all the stuff that's going to help you progress. Most people's ego would want to selfishly protect that. You D'Man!

So much value in one little youtube video! Incredible work you’re doing Matt, thank you!

your videos give me life

*Be 1% better everyday.... performance improvement is incremental*

This is such an insightful video and I'm so intrigued. Please make more like this!

I love you videos man, you have inspired me to share my work as a mental performance coach in videos.

I love that Steven is wearing a joy division t-shirt 😍

Just when I was going to procrastinate!!! Love the content!!

Huge thanks for making this vid Matt! Super informative and a great launch point that I needed!

Love this, was definitely taking notes the whole time. lol thank youuuu for your awesome videos!

I'm a Tai Chi instructor. They talked a lot about Flow. I see it as being "In the Zone". BTW, sharing this video! 😁😉👍🏽

Without watching the video, I can guess the first tip is to HIT THEM BICEPS

This was a really good video! Thanks for the tips!!

Love the video man. Great amount of research, flow is the way to go!

Best thing about Matt D'Avella is that the man is honest to himself and to his audience.

This is great, I have always really enjoyed and appreciated you being so open about your life and ideas. I've been trying to create content on KZfaq related to my financial journey, but I always find myself to be the biggest obstacle. Any time I do something I always question whether or not it's good enough to put out there under my own name. Did you ever go through something similar when starting your channel, and how did you overcome it?

Awesome video Matt, great subject and discussion ...well done my friend keep em coming !!

Great video Matt! I've recently started following you here and enjoy all that you do! I'm intrigued about this flow training and would love to learn more! Keep up the good work!

My secret to superhuman performance is to be a good dad first before anything else. It propagates out from there 🙌🙌

Who noticed the little sound effect when he said “the brain shuts off non critical structures”? ATTENTION TO DETAILS. Love you matt.

Some of the best content I ever saw in this plataform. Hugs from Brazil Matt, you are AWESOME.

I've been watching your videos for the past year, and this is without a doubt your best one yet. Really looking forward to learning more about the flow and how to make the most out of it. Thank you for creating awesome content - keep it up! :)

I will never believe that Matt had used 'password' as his password.

An object in motion stays in motion, and an object at rest tends to stay at rest. Newton's First Law implies that procrastination leads to more procrastination, and action leads to more action. ... So do the FIRST STEP TO BE IN MOTION AND STAY IN FCKNG MOTION WORK DONE Thanks me later

Thank Matt, another excellent video content plus i was looking some safety software and your recommendation is highly appreciated. Keep the good work! 👍

Thank you for this amazing video, Matt. Flow state is something I have been dying to learn more about... p.s. I Love the writing / editing tip to trigger flow. AWESOME

"In flow you use less of the brain" OHMYGOSH, that's why we don't feel so tired after work if we were in flow

Person with anxiety: *reads triggers for dopamine* Also person with anxiety: *gets more anxious*

Love the aesthetics in this video, these old handycam footages are well served by the color treatment of the interview and podcast shots. Historical and scientifical documents help tie together the whole. Outstanding editing job !

I have really enjoyed the videos in 2020! Keep up the great work! Your always writing in your notebook. Could you do a video on how you organize your journal/notebook that keeps you efficient and organized?

I've seen the movie Limitless before, all I need is a pill, right?

one of the best channel in KZfaq

5:26 I’ve known about flow for so long, I’ve just constantly worked on increasing being in it and my life has continuously gotten better

This is an awesome video, thank you for it and for all your videos. I've been able to hit flow several times while writing music. Last week I was able to hit flow for the first time for my entire schedule-sleeping, working, eating, everything was focused and on schedule. It's good that you are encouraging people to do it. I'm personally excited to be able to try again every day!

This explains why I can finish my assignments 5 minutes before the due date (as in, 11:55 pm). The risk puts me into flow lmao

I feel like I can do this when my brother moves out of my room ( can’t wait ).

Man your material is really good, like this video, it's a game changer and you keep it nice and simple

2 more days to go! Can't wait for the next video, I just don't know why but I feel like myself and get the feeling of good old days. Your videos trigger the best feelings in my Head❤️

"You're head of security and your password is "password"?" I immediately thought of this when you said that your password used to be 'password'.

Me every Matt D'Avella video: "I gotta get this BOOK!!"

This was phenomenal! Thanks for highlighting those 5 flow triggers Matt!

It was one of the best videos I've watched in this channel. The scenes and the content were really good.

Nobody: Matt D’Avella: 💪🏼 👁 👄👁

I hope i'm in flow when taking the MCAT.

That’s eye-opening. I know when I am in flow, it just feels so right, but providing tactical steps to induce it could be one of the best ways to overcome procrastination. Thanks Matt.

Thanks man, I always knew that I need to be in flow but the flow triggers are new to me 🙏

The secret to superhuman performance: coffee.

Wait am I getting deja vu or did that Steven guy talk about flow on this channel before?

Thank you for breaking this down into simplistic and achievable methods for anyone to enter into the Flow state! Love the idea of editing to begin writing. Pattern recognition being explained gives me awesome ideas.

Hey Matt, I am so glad that you are back after the almost 6 month break. Since I have discovered you in the middle of the last year I was enjoying the time with the older content. Now I am exited about the new stuff.

Omg is this deja Vu? 6:09 the exact same five points were dealt in his previous video "how to stop procastination"

The secret? Watch Matt D'Avella videos on 2X speed.

Thank you so much for the video and the writing tip combined with pattern recognition!

Matt D'Vella this absolutely blew my mind! I've started changing the way I work in my business that I take 4 hours in the morning to write reports as I'm in my peak state and the afternoon to return calls, emails, talk with staff etc. I couldn't explain the exponential change this has had to not only my career but my mood as my constantly stressed state has almost completely vanished. And this video explains it all. Thank you so much for sharing.