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University of Chicago

This place is the site used by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi as a launching pad for his studies in flow, achieving the optimal experience. Through extensive research performed at the private university, the author was able to develop and refine his theories on controlled consciousness. The work began as part of the author's doctoral dissertation.

Hierarchy of needs

Csikszentmihalyi states that this item is the biggest determining factor in happiness.

Control of consciousness

This item is the basis on which the flow principle is formed.

Concentration camps

These were where Jewish prisoners were held by Hitler in World War II.

Nature

This item is considered to be a great obstacle to flow if one attempts to control it rather than co-exist with it.

Olympic Games

These events are an excellent example of flow, since they marry physical activity with mental ability.

Flow

This is the ability to...

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