This workspace setup can increase your productivity by 500%. Download the Flow Dojo Checklist here: www.flowstate.com/flowdojo to craft a science-based workspace for peak performance. Thanks for watching! Make sure to subscribe to support the channel.

I came here to know if i should place by desk in front of a window or not and ended up as a neuroscientist.

Last week I got a child's play tent. It immediately puts me in flow state, zero distractions. I like sitting on the floor and everything I need is wireless, so this works perfect for me!

"Never put things down, only put them away." So good.

I literally just brought a standing desk, treadmill, exercise ball, motion board from amazon, foam roller, i'm alternating my environments every hour or so including my positions (Twice in an hour). This has truly transmogrified my ability to sustain & preserve the opulent state of consciousness that is flow. Incontestably revolutionized my ability to work in a state of perpetual continuity. 4 months ago i couldn't get an hour of work done even if i tried too. Now i can work endlessly , you literally altered the course of my life with peak performance multifunctional optimal methods & strategies. Can't thank you enough!

I commend how you don't generalize that everyone can have the "perfect" dojo set-up. This is what I like about your videos, you make sure that your learnings adapt to each person's different life set-up, not force each person to go to the extremes when others don't have the luxury to do so. You are making the world a better place. Or dare I say, you are making the world a flow space. Haha! Sorry for the rhyme pun. Thank you for your work, support from the Philippines!

For a video about productivity, the self-absorbed intro went on and on for so long I clicked away

Thanks for the video! I didn't know the name, but I've used this system for a few years. A bit about this system, in my experience: Don't worry too much about overengineering or underperforming environment if you're just starting out. It's normal - and everyone have their own amount of good "distractions". I found new ways to improve everyday but even I don't really optimize everything, because calculating and optimizing is one part of distraction and it cost me time and energy. In summary, the principle "enough is enough" would serve you well. Enough distraction, enough movement, enough work, and rest enough. Never forget what you work for.

I 100% agree with this. Im in the middle of renovating my workspace right now to the olympian from that uninspired home office. Im lucky enough to have a sister that's a content creator, and she has that olympian set up and she is a Machine of productivity. Im talking about calorie counting diet, regular gym, and clockwork workflow. She also makes more money than anyone in the family.

It's not about the knowledge, that's vastly not new to me, but the priming I receive to my mindset through listening to this. Even if I listen to this tomorrow again I will know that it serves its purpose of priming my mindset to a state where I will be ready to work. This is a piece of code you orchestrated here which configures my brain again and again whenever I need to rail right back into whatever mindset it is you are creating through your stimuli. Thank you a lot. This is a piece of mental gold. I will treat it like that.

I really like how the term *_"flow dojo"_* conceptualizes the elements of combating forces, preparation and intention/purpose! 👌🏻✨🏆

Great insights on productivity and workspace optimization! To add to that, incorporating natural elements like plants can improve air quality and cognitive function, leading to even higher productivity levels. Plus, a study from Exeter University found that employees' productivity jumped by 15% when workplaces are filled with just a few houseplants.

🎯 Key Takeaways for quick navigation: 06:49 🧠 *Design your workspace for optimal focus by tapping into your prefrontal cortex. Create conditions for your future, exhausted self to flourish.* 09:17 🧲 *Actively suppress distractions to conserve cognitive resources. Keep the phone out of reach and minimize gadgets for improved focus.* 11:43 🧹 *Clear clutter and use anchoring bias to your advantage. A clean workspace enhances focus, reduces stress, and shapes your performance.* 14:22 🏠 *Shape your environment to align with the physiology of focus. Avoid unfit work environments and leverage sensory gating for optimal concentration.* 17:37 🪑 *Alternate between standing, sitting, and walking to enhance productivity. Use tools like a standing desk and motion board for a reset in exertion.* 19:54 ⚙️ *Eliminate sources of friction to enhance flow. Organize, minimize, and clear any obstacles for a frictionless workspace.* 20:50 🧠 *Combat disruptions by minimizing interruptions. Create an environment that deters distractions and protects your focus for sustained flow.* 21:31 Devote *up to 40% of your productive time to your Flow Dojo, making it inaccessible or simulating it to minimize interruptions. Make interruptions feel burdensome for others to deter them.* 22:41 Condition *your workspace for flow by creating associations with focus work. Use classical conditioning with stimuli like specific playlists, caffeine, and light exercise to trigger flow.* 25:28 Immersing *yourself in focused work over time will condition your office environment to trigger heightened focus and motivation. Maintain consistency and avoid associating your Flow Dojo with non-focused activities.* 26:10 Download *the free checklist to create your own Flow Dojo, including workstation selection, clutter management, and ergonomic adjustments. Optimize tech gadgets and create a stimulating yet distraction-free environment.* 29:54 Optimize *the space by requesting a work-from-home option, dialing in lighting and temperature, and having a room with an inspiring view. Keep the office distinct yet not too far, ensuring separation for work-life balance.* Made with HARPA AI

I have a recommendation, for people who works from home, inline with with you said in 30:00 : *Don't go directly to your home office place when you start your workday*. *Go take a walk in your neighborhood first*. There are several advantages: 1. Creates an abstract mental separation barrier between non-work and work time. 2. Forces a person to not go in pajamas to the computer. 3. Get more sunlight, then more D vitamin. 4. Walking exercise is good, even not being a serious exercise, and one almost all people can do. 5. You will sleep better at night, because you told your circadian clock when you woke up, so it manages the neurochemicals to do their job on the appropriate time. I wish I knew this in 2020, during the Wuhan virus mandatory lockdowns. They were hard on me as hell!

I am very opposite of what he says; I can't concentrate on a fully comfortable and noise free environment, my mind is simply free to do whatever and wander everywhere. I find myself very productive in an environment like a bar, with only one laptop, mouse and a headset (without noise cancelling). The visual and sound "distractions" allow me to stay alert and focused on the important thing, and I can't wander around or move myself, or get too comfortable as to procrastinate. And I'm way more happy than in my place, which has zero natural light and I'm completely alone, and gets too depressive fast when staying for 8+ hours everyday

This seems to be aimed at people who don't really do anything. A desk with nothing on it but one monitor and a keyboard might be ideal for creating vague reports, but people who need to actually make anything, are going to need reference material open, test sandbox, multiple views of data. This is for middle management goons.

Loved the deep dive into FlowJoe and workspaces. I have been doing many of these over the years but you’ve given me some great ideas on ways to do it better.

TLDR, even at x1.5, this cluttered my brain, killed my energy

Almost all productive artists I know work in cluttered studio spaces.. alone without distractions.

This video convinced me to build my Flow Dojo. Thanks Rian!

I was concerned about your advice for using just one monitor … and then I saw your setup at 25:43 😂🎉 Feeling relieved right now, my dual monitor setup can stay.

man u have no idea how much i needed this video... thanks bro

Two videos in and I'm getting so much useful information and tools I can't be more grateful for all the wisdom

Love this setup - perfect for when I am doing creative work - but when I am in a production work mode i.e. contact center, operations etc. I never have enough screens!!!

Thanks for the awesome content as usual ❤️‍🔥

Damn this is true.. When I had the space and the furniture to do as I please I was more successful than when I was restricted I'm any way.

Thanks man, this came right on time!

Funny.... this quote kept popping in my head while watching this. lol “If a cluttered desk is a sign of a cluttered mind, of what, then, is an empty desk a sign?" Albert Einstein

I love your content man keep up the good work ❤❤❤❤

We need some unfiltered videos from Rian. I like the information-based videos, but he's a funny guy and that doesn't come through enough in the videos 😭

“Lightly caffeinated”. That’s a micro aggression and I feel attacked, lol

This is such an interesting topic. I felt like I was pretty deliberate on how I created my new home office a couple years ago...but after watching this, think it's time for a refresh to try to create a legit Flow Dojo!!! Thanks for sharing!

No crap my flow workspace is my iPhone and standing in my driveway, I’ve spent the last year and a half grinding and learning this way and it’s changed my life lol 😂

Really looking forward to your book. Love the ideas, thanks heaps

The power of the flow dojo is truly amazing. With a well-organized workspace, I was able to dedicate 1000 hours to my MSc thesis in just 3 months.

Bro preview is complete clickbait. I just wanted to know why having only one monitor doesn't suck. It really does.

Thank you for this video! Have always a good, perfect flow ;)

I’d love to hear more about the correlation between flow and walking/exercise. I often get in flow and have my best ideas when I’m on my evening walking.

My wife locks me in the attic. And I can’t leave till all my work is done. It’s been the ultimate workplace hack. I’ve gotten multiple raises and now my boss wants me to become a partner.

Very interesting, thank you! Just a note at 3:57 -- 3 times isn't 300% more, it's 200% more

I think a mentally shift is more important than any workspace renovations. Start with cleaning things, having a desk cluttered means your mind is cluttered. Put stuff away. Get some drawers and before you fill them decide what goes where for ease of use. Decide what matters in hierarchy, more screens, more comfort, more storage what have you. If you can mentally focus, the space you work in is less important.

Idk, my workspace is pretty cluttered, but I have everything where it needs to be to minimize friction. I think a cluttered workspace is fine if it's consistent, and if it's cluttered in a way where everything is within arm's reach. I have a specific place I put my dirty chopsticks so when I run out I'll wash them all and get back to work. It might make my work environment more cluttered, but I think it's better than washing them every time I eat something. I also have batteries on my windowsill that I'm probably never gonna use, a little cardboard cutter for opening boxes, my meds, my gaming controller, and maybe some other stuff I don't need. But I know where it all is, and it doesn't get in my way. Then again, I have a million videogames on my PC, so I might not be the best guy to be giving advice. Also, it might help that when I'm not watching KZfaq I sit like a foot away from my 27" monitor, so that stuff isn't even really in my field of view.

A lot of work went into this vid, fantastic!....and when you described a childhood kitchen & school, that was poetry.....ok back to work 😃

Could you make a video about the right amount of deep work ? Is the pomodoro technique optimal ?

06:26 when will power flags your environment determines behavior. Wow.. very powerful

Totally vibing with the idea of a flow dojo! 🌟 Just shows how our space can really dial up our focus game.

When i saw the Mammuts i decided to go back to my desk 😂

Watching a video about work flow, clutter and productivity WHILE trying to finish some work and not being able to get into flow because Im on KZfaq 😂

I JUST SAW YOUR ONE VIDEO AND TBH Thankyou So Much SIR 👑 THIS IS PROBABLY A GEM SUBSCRIPTION I HAVE MADE ON KZfaq ❤

Rian: “The Workspace Olympian engineers their Flow Dojo” 😂 Translation: The dude tidies his desk

Thanks again Rian 🙏🙏

Interesting, but did this need to be 33 min long?

This video convinced me to buy a house.

Can you explain how to focus on single task for a long period of time.

hi there! I've been watching your videos this month, and it really changed the way I see my brain and my methodology towards working. Would you like please to make a video about speed and how to implement it in every activity in our life, to accumulate little wins and gain that forward momentum.Thank you Rian

i thought i was crazy xd, ty for the video and the info

Thank you so much for this

Okay, so I watched the whole thing. How do I arrange my dual monitors setup again?

maybe explain your editor the neuroscience of the impact of all the flashing images, speed of zooming in, zooming out, bright letters popping in the screen, etc. Give him the same speech about distractions...

Thank you for the content! Just out of curiosity, were there any deviations in decibels while recording or in post? It's possible that it's just me. I am going to listen to this one more time on a different device. Thanks again for the work you are thoughtfully doing.

Love it! Didn't expect the incense & feng shui advice on this channel, what a pleasant surprise 😂 careful tho or someone will call you woowoo 😂

I committed to a week of minimizing distractions while working. I batched all of my communications and then turned off my phone and email notifications for 2-3 hours. I got a ton of work done and felt incredibly accomplished, only to find out that during my flow state time, our company had called an emergency meeting for which I was not present, and they laid off many employees and announced several really big upcoming changes. My absence made them assume that I was not working and was not paying attention to communications. I know this isn't common, but what is your advice on avoiding this type of situation in the future?

2 factor authentication using the phone has a token is a huge contributor to distraction, because the moment a person grans the phone, he/she may be distract himself/herself with it. Perhaps there is some way to combat this?

What if you don't have enough rooms in your home to dedicate an entire room solely to working? Especially as someone young still living at his parents' house, my room is where I sleep and relax too.

Awesome video! Very very inspiring 😊. Speaking of flow state, and let me know if it has been covered before in another video, what is the best way to deal with tasks that are beyond our skill level? How can we enter in flow state when the tasks at hand are very difficult without falling into stress? Thank you

"Yesterday's dirty mug..." I feel attacked. Haha

If you tell me where i can find such a place without become broke...

This video was awesome! Just want to point out that at 3:52 you said 3 times more focused but showcased 300%... i would think it would be a 200% increase if you are trippling your time. Your point still stands i just believe when giving information details matter. You have much more expertise in the field and the overall video quality was great! Thank you for your knowledge!

Must create the Flojo

All I can think is "Mojo Dojo Casa House"😄

Noise cancelling headphones. Critical for me to gain what you described.

You know how graphic designers use white space to effectively break up content to improve the flow of information so the reader is not overwhelmed with information? That’s what your videos need. You present so much information without pause, you don’t give listeners a chance to absorb what you’re saying before moving on to the next thought. And I really want to absorb what you’re saying. Breath. Pause. Give a moment to process. ✌️

"I use just one monitor."😂 That thing is as big as 2-3 monitors!

You forgot to mention to only work, give all your time and attention to your employer, Always Be Working, and Always Be Productive, Spend As Much As Possible on items that increase your Productivity optimally by using the sponsored links in this video.

From.....MOJO . . . TO FLOW DOJO . . . TO FLOWJO . . Lol Love these videos . . .always scientifically power packed.

What a very dramatic way of putting forth well known practices which work well most of the time for most of the people. Some large words which could mean anything, maybe I just need to be in the flow.

I kept wondering who you were talking to off-screen left?

Good advice, but that super wide monitor is the equivalent of at least three monitors 🤣

Awesome sauce

00:01 Designing our workspace for deep focus and productivity is crucial 02:13 Optimizing workspace facilitates focus, productivity, and access to Flow State 06:43 Upgrade your workspace based on science and biology for maximum productivity 08:48 Optimize workspace to reduce distractions and maximize focus 13:05 Maintaining a clean and organized work environment is crucial for productivity and performance. 15:14 Environment plays a crucial role in regulating focus and concentration. 19:04 Eliminate friction for better flow 20:50 Disruptions can significantly impact productivity 24:33 Create a focused work environment for peak performance 26:15 Upgrade your workspace into a flow dojo with principles like workstation selection, clutter management, and tech setup. 29:50 Create an optimal workspace for maximum productivity 31:28 Your office space should foster focus, comfort, and flow.

Any tips for when your office doesn't have any windows? I'm torn between trying to build a large artificial window, or embracing the flow "cave".

20:38 "I use one monitor" - bro, your monitor is the size of 3 monitors. Great video anyway, very well done.

I love your content. Thanks for sharing! I really wish you could go for a less hyperactive style of editing. You preach flow and focus, but use extremely attention-grabbing, dopamine-hacking visuals. It feels brain melting - I can only listen to your videos :D

Awesome Video, so good and so engaging!

Just so you know, there's a type at 2:16 where is says Unispired instead of Uninspired. Great vid though!

Power of environment

Bed-head hair -- definitely a signature of week-long flow state 🙂 (Comment made in jest, but I think there's some truth to it!)

Well, I 3D design in a place where there is more clutter than Fallout 4... 😂

Great informational video

Makes my day when you drop new videos. Always a banger 💥

Loved this. Random question: The guide says to keep the monitor middle at eye level, while most guides recommend eye level for the monitor top. I personally struggle with the standard advice and am going to try this, but curious where it's from.

New to the channel, and loving the information so far, but I am wondering if this is applical for both biological males and biological females. I've been learning more about cyclical rhythm and wondering if the fasting daily/24 hour routines are still relevant for people who menstrate. Would love to hear more about research in that area.

another awesome video

interesting... But I wonder how I should put my phone away. While you surely heard a lot of times "but I need to be available" … I do work as a fleet manager for a small to medium sized company. I do not have a team that could help me out. So any recommendations how I could get away from my phone but still be available in case one of my drivers needs help now and not in half an hour? And thanks for the download. As English isn't my first language, it made understanding your points way easier.

i like how this video plans to go so deep deep into neuroscience and then ends up in flow dojo (nothing against it) and also never really makes an actual point because it's wayyy too long

The first sentence on topic was at 9:39. Start watching from there.

Ill work on my fang shway

20:36 Is the adapter/extension cord (hard to tell what it is) hanging in the air or secured on the wall? Hopefully the latter. Also, earlier you said people should only use 1 monitor. But you didn't say it should be 1 monitor that is as wide as 2 normal ones.

Rian what can i do to overcome a productivity block

Where can I get this monitor?