Flow State 101: Why Multitasking Is Actually Sabotaging Your Focus

Ever lose track of time doing something you love — then completely dread starting your homework two minutes later? That's flow, and you can actually trigger it on purpose. In this episode, I'm talking with Laurie Smith, author of The Flow Habit, about how to get into a flow state even when you have zero motivation. We break down her 4-step FEAL method (Focus, Engage, Equalize, Listen & Let Go), why perfectionism is on the rise in teens, and how flow can quiet that inner critic voice for good. We cover:

• What flow actually is (and why it turns down self-criticism)

• Why perfectionism keeps you out of flow

• Laurie's 4-step FEAL framework

• Finding little "flow habits" before a test, game, or big assignment

• Using flow to break away from phone/social media scrolling

Listen now to find your own flow habit and finally get out of your head.

Laurie Smith is an author, speaker, and coach with 25 years in creativity and personal growth. She's the author of The Flow Habit: Creating Peace, Passion, Purpose and Everyday Miracles and leads free 28-Day Flow Challenges for people around the world.

Resources mentioned:

• Laurie's free 28-Day Flow Challenge — https://www.LaurieSmith.com/

• The Flow Habit (book) — https://www.amazon.com/Flow-Habit-Creating-Everyday-Miracles/dp/140199735X/

• Instagram: @LaurieSmith_inspired

• YouTube: @lauriesmith_inspired

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