Performance Expert Explains How To Reach Your Flow State

What if the moments when everything clicks—when time disappears, focus sharpens, and your best work seems to happen effortlessly—are actually governed by a set of biological rules? Steven Kotler has spent decades studying flow, the altered state of consciousness shared by elite athletes, entrepreneurs, artists, military operators, and high performers across every field. According to Steven, flow isn't a rare gift reserved for extraordinary people. It's a trainable skill built into human biology. In this episode of Confessions of an Elite Athlete, Steven breaks down the neuroscience behind flow, why it dramatically improves performance, and how everyday habits—from constant notifications to cluttered workspaces—can quietly destroy your ability to access it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices