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Flow Research Collective Radio is a podcast dedicated to helping you unlock the upper edge of your potential. Join New York Times bestselling author Steven Kotler and Co-Founders of the Flow Research Collective, Rian Doris and Conor Murphy, as they attempt to decode the science of peak performance and flow with world-leading experts on the topic. Kotler is the author of thirteen bestselling books including Bold, Abundance, Rise of Superman, and Stealing Fire. His work has been translated into over 40 languages and appeared in over 100 publications, including The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Forbes, Wired and TIME. The Flow Research Collective is focused on researching the neuroscience of flow states and training individuals and organizations to harness the power of flow so they can achieve more, faster. Research partners include institutions like USC, Imperial College London and Stanford University and clients include organizations like Accenture, Google and JP Morgan.
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2 days ago
TODAY´S EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE FLOW RESEARCH COLLECTIVE
Are you an entrepreneur, a leader, or a knowledge worker, who wants to harness the power of flow so you can get more done in less time with greater ease and accomplish your boldest professional goals faster? If you´ve answered this question with “hell yes” then our peak-performance training Zero to Dangerous may be a good fit for you. If this sounds interesting to you all you need to do is click the link below right now, pop in your application and one of our team members will be in touch with you very soon.
https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/zero-to-dangerous/overview
ABOUT THE GUEST:
Steven Kotler is an award-winning journalist, a New York Times bestselling author, and the Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective. He is recognized as one of the key figures in human performance worldwide. He is the author of fourteen books, of which 11 were bestsellers.
In this episode, Steven shares an overview of his new book entitled, "Gnar Country - Growing Old, Staying Rad," and the groundbreaking research behind it. He also shares an insightful conversation with Vinny Vallarine about his journey to unveiling human potential through flow research; the triggers, states, and the neuroscience behind optimal performance; they also discussed about the chemistry of flow behind ageless peak performance; and so much more.
ABOUT THE EPISODE:
In this episode, you will learn about:
- 00:00 Intro
- 02:13 When Steven Began His Peak Performance Journey
- 09:05 Exploring Flow Triggers, Proneness, and Neurobiology
- 14:35 Multiple Paths to Flow and Creativity
- 27:36 Flow is Universal
- 31:45 Understanding the Spectrum of Optimal Experiences
- 38:44 Debunking the Cognitive Decline Myth
RESOURCES
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steven-kotler-4305b110
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KotlerSteven/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kotler.steven/?hl=en
Twitter: https://twitter.com/steven_kotler?lang=en
Flow Research Collective’s Social Links:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flowresearchcollective
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flowresearchcollective
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flowresearchcollective
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@achieveflow
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/RiseofSuperman
Twitter: https://twitter.com/thefrc_official
Website: https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/
Steven Kotler, the founder and executive director of the Flow Research Collective, is one of the world’s leading experts on human peak performance. He is an award-winning journalist and an author with over ten bestselling books.
Some of his works include: The Art of Impossible, The Future is Faster Than You Think, The Rise of Superman, Stealing Fire, and so much more! Look out for his latest upcoming book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad, where he debunks the old myths about aging and how you can boost your longevity through flow!

Monday May 22, 2023
The Flow Approach to Longevity
Monday May 22, 2023
Monday May 22, 2023
TODAY´S EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE FLOW RESEARCH COLLECTIVE
Are you an entrepreneur, a leader, or a knowledge worker, who wants to harness the power of flow so you can get more done in less time with greater ease and accomplish your boldest professional goals faster? If you´ve answered this question with “hell yes” then our peak-performance training Zero to Dangerous may be a good fit for you. If this sounds interesting to you all you need to do is click the link below right now, pop in your application and one of our team members will be in touch with you very soon.
https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/zero-to-dangerous/overview
ABOUT THE GUEST:
Steven Kotler is an award-winning journalist, a New York Times bestselling author, and the Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective. He is recognized as one of the key figures in human performance worldwide. He is the author of fourteen books, of which 11 were bestsellers.
In this episode, Steven shares an overview of his new book entitled, "Gnar Country - Growing Old, Staying Rad," and the groundbreaking research behind it. He also shares an insightful conversation with Ben Pakulski on how to identify flow as it happens, the steps of the flow cycle, factors that affect peak performance, the importance of recovery, and so much more.
ABOUT THE EPISODE:
In this episode, you will learn about:
- 0:00 Intro
- 5:13 Advancing Art, Science, and Animal Welfare
- 6:00 The Inspiration for Flow
- 10:37 Harnessing Flow for Success
- 15:46 Cracking the Code of Flow
- 19:18 The Four Stages of Flow
- 23:27 Overlooking The Importance of Recovery
- 25:43 Flow as a Sign of Mastery
- 28:12 Unpacking the Habits of High Performers
- 30:27 Cognitive Direction
- 33:35 Recreating the Impossible
- 35:16 Physical and Cognitive Factors in Peak Performance
- 37:26 Gnar Country and What It's All About
- 44:02 Creativity and Pattern Recognition
- 46:44 Embodied Learning: Flow State Skiing
- 49:22 Mindset Matters
- 57:07 Challenge Skills Balance: Key to Flow
- 58:23 Flow Coaching Program
RESOURCES
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steven-kotler-4305b110
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KotlerSteven/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kotler.steven/?hl=en
Twitter: https://twitter.com/steven_kotler?lang=en
Flow Research Collective’s Social Links:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flowresearchcollective
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flowresearchcollective
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flowresearchcollective
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@achieveflow
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/RiseofSuperman
Twitter: https://twitter.com/thefrc_official
Website: https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/
Steven Kotler, the founder and executive director of the Flow Research Collective, is one of the world’s leading experts on human peak performance. He is an award-winning journalist and an author with over ten bestselling books.
Some of his works include: The Art of Impossible, The Future is Faster Than You Think, The Rise of Superman, Stealing Fire, and so much more! Look out for his latest upcoming book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad, where he debunks the old myths about aging and how you can boost your longevity through flow!

Monday May 15, 2023
Thriving In The Second Half Of Life
Monday May 15, 2023
Monday May 15, 2023
TODAY´S EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE FLOW RESEARCH COLLECTIVE
Are you an entrepreneur, a leader, or a knowledge worker, who wants to harness the power of flow so you can get more done in less time with greater ease and accomplish your boldest professional goals faster? If you´ve answered this question with “hell yes” then our peak-performance training Zero to Dangerous may be a good fit for you. If this sounds of interest to you all you need to do is click the link below right now, pop in your application and one of our team members will be in touch with you very soon.
https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/zero-to-dangerous/overview
ABOUT THE GUEST:
Steven Kotler is a world-famous expert on human performance and New York Times best-selling author. He is also the Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective.
In this episode, Steven discusses how peak performance aging starts young and the ways to keep physical and mental skills from declining over time. He also talks about how engaging in action sports and dynamic activities can help preserve brain function and promote peak performance.
Additionally, Steven shares that as we age, we gain access to whole new levels of intelligence, creativity, empathy, and wisdom by overcoming past traumas and negative emotions like anger and resentment.
ABOUT THE EPISODE:
In this episode, you will learn about:
- 00:00 - Intro
- 03:03 - The Inspiration to Study Peak Performance
- 05:35 - Preserving Your Use It or Lose It Skills
- 16:15 - Old Dogs Can Learn New Tricks
- 24:28 - Getting Over Internal Traumas
- 31:20 - Biology Of The Brain
- 38:56 - The Three Types of Thinking
- 42:10 - Interview Questions for People in their Fifties
- 46:42 - Importance of Leg Strength
- 48:38 - Embracing Authentic Learning
- 53:44 - Skillset Difference Between The Young And Old
- 56:15 - Illustrating Flow through Hospice Work
- 1:02:21 - How to get into Flow
- 1:03:54 - Steven's Secret to Profiting in Life
RESOURCES
Steven Kotler
Website: https://www.stevenkotler.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steven-kotler-4305b110
Twitter: https://twitter.com/steven_kotler?lang=en
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kotler.steven/?hl=en
Flow Research Collective’s Social Links:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flowresearchcollective
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flowresearchcollective
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flowresearchcollective
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@achieveflow
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/RiseofSuperman
Twitter: https://twitter.com/thefrc_official

Monday May 08, 2023
Flow and Aging: How to Thrive in Your Later Years
Monday May 08, 2023
Monday May 08, 2023
TODAY´S EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE FLOW RESEARCH COLLECTIVE
Are you an entrepreneur, a leader, or a knowledge worker, who wants to harness the power of flow so you can get more done in less time with greater ease and accomplish your boldest professional goals faster? If you´ve answered this question with “hell yes” then our peak-performance training Zero to Dangerous may be a good fit for you. If this sounds of interest to you all you need to do is click the link below right now, pop in your application and one of our team members will be in touch with you very soon.
https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/zero-to-dangerous/overview
ABOUT THE GUEST:
Steven Kotler is the Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective and a world-renowned authority on human performance. He is also a New York Times best-selling author.
In this episode, Steven talks about his book “Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad” and his journey in flow and peak performance aging. He also talks about the importance of having a backup plan for getting into flow as one ages.
Additionally, he discusses the concept of deliberate play versus deliberate practice in sports and how it can help individuals improve their skills.
ABOUT THE EPISODE:
In this episode, you will learn about:
- 0:00 Intro
- 08:07 What GNAR Country is All About
- 11:49 Match Fit, Forgiveness, and Self-Forgiveness
- 14:55 The Old Idea Of Aging
- 17:05 Self-Forgiveness of Others
- 19:13 Incremental Improvements
- 22:27 The Deliberate Play Approach
- 27:15 How Stradivarius Inspired Steven To Write a Book
- 31:15 Conversations With The Godfather Of Flow
- 36:02 The Role of Flow as a Comedian
- 48:54 Steven's Philosophy on Nutrition
RESOURCES
Steven Kotler
Website: https://www.stevenkotler.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steven-kotler-4305b110
Twitter: https://twitter.com/steven_kotler?lang=en
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kotler.steven/?hl=en
Flow Research Collective’s Social Links:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flowresearchcollective
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flowresearchcollective
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flowresearchcollective
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@achieveflow
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/RiseofSuperman
Twitter: https://twitter.com/thefrc_official

Monday May 01, 2023
Wired for Peak Performance: The Biology Factor
Monday May 01, 2023
Monday May 01, 2023
TODAY´S EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE FLOW RESEARCH COLLECTIVE
Are you an entrepreneur, a leader, or a knowledge worker, who wants to harness the power of flow so you can get more done in less time with greater ease and accomplish your boldest professional goals faster? If you´ve answered this question with “hell yes” then our peak-performance training Zero to Dangerous may be a good fit for you. If this sounds of interest to you all you need to do is click the link below right now, pop in your application and one of our team members will be in touch with you very soon.
https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/zero-to-dangerous/overview
ABOUT THE GUEST:
Steven Kotler is the Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective and a world-renowned authority on human performance. He is also a New York Times best-selling author. He has written several books on the topic of flow, a state of optimal performance where individuals experience increased productivity, creativity, and happiness.
In this episode, Steven talks about flow triggers and how biology plays a bigger role in peak performance than personality. He also discusses the importance of setting high hard goals and breaking them down to achievable parts which provides a significant boost to motivation.
ABOUT THE EPISODE:
In this episode, you will learn about:
- 00:00 Intro
- 01:05 The Habit of Inferiority
- 2:47 The First High Performance Philosopher
- 06:27 How Nietzsche Defined "superman"
- 11:41 The Art of Impossible
- 15:47 Personality Scale vs. Biology Scale
- 28:26 High Hard Goal
- 38:44 Writing Tips for Beginners
- 44:06 Formative Years of Steven Kotler
- 52:29 Avoid Calcification of Imagination
- 57:44 Disaggreing to Agree
- 01:02:29 Craziest Performances Seen
- 01:07:26 Creativity Hacks
RESOURCES
Website: https://www.stevenkotler.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steven-kotler-4305b110
Twitter: https://twitter.com/steven_kotler?lang=en
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kotler.steven/?hl=en
Flow Research Collective’s Social Links:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flowresearchcollective
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flowresearchcollective
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flowresearchcollective
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@achieveflow
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/RiseofSuperman
Twitter: https://twitter.com/thefrc_official
Website: https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/
Steven Kotler, the founder and executive director of the Flow Research Collective, is one of the world’s leading experts on human peak performance. He is an award-winning journalist and an author with over ten bestselling books.
Some of his works include: The Art of Impossible, The Future is Faster Than You Think, The Rise of Superman, Stealing Fire, and so much more! Look out for his latest upcoming book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad, where he debunks the old myths about aging and how you can boost your longevity through flow!

Monday Apr 24, 2023
Microdosing For Personal Growth
Monday Apr 24, 2023
Monday Apr 24, 2023
TODAY´S EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE FLOW RESEARCH COLLECTIVE
Are you an entrepreneur, a leader, or a knowledge worker, who wants to harness the power of flow so you can get more done in less time with greater ease and accomplish your boldest professional goals faster? If you´ve answered this question with “hell yes” then our peak-performance training Zero to Dangerous may be a good fit for you. If this sounds of interest to you all you need to do is click the link below right now, pop in your application and one of our team members will be in touch with you very soon.
https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/zero-to-dangerous/overview
ABOUT THE GUEST:
Paul F. Austin is one of the most prominent voices in the world of psychedelics.
As the founder of Third Wave, he has educated millions on the importance of safe and effective psychedelic experiences. A pioneer at the intersection of microdosing, personal transformation, and professional success, he has been featured in Forbes, Rolling Stone, and the BBC's Worklife.
In this episode Paul talks about how psychedelics can affect things like leadership, creativity, and relationships. He also talks about microdosing with psychedelics, specifically psilocybin and LSD, and how it can potentially be useful for achieving flow.
Paul also discusses how psychedelics can help leaders to be more effective in collaboration and teamwork.
ABOUT THE EPISODE:
In this episode, you will learn about:
- 00:00 - Intro
- 02:55 - The Origin of Third Wave
- 09:20 - Vision and Goals of Third Wave
- 16:59 - The Benefits Of Microdosing
- 22:35 - Why People Try Microdosing
- 26:06 - How Microdosing Enables Flow
- 34:56 - Building Connection Through Microdosing
- 40:14 - Psychedelics Trigger Group Flow
- 43:28 - Integrating Microdosing In The Corporate World
- 50:27 - Psychedelic Coach Certification Program
RESOURCES
Paul Austin
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paulaustin3w/?hl=en
Twitter: https://twitter.com/PaulAustin3w
Third Wave
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thirdwaveishere
Twitter: https://twitter.com/thirdwaveishere
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thirdwaveishere/
Flow Research Collective’s Social Links:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flowresearchcollective
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flowresearchcollective
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flowresearchcollective
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@achieveflow
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/RiseofSuperman
Twitter: https://twitter.com/thefrc_official
Website: https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/
Steven Kotler, the founder and executive director of the Flow Research Collective, is one of the world’s leading experts on human peak performance. He is an award-winning journalist and an author with over ten bestselling books.
Some of his works include: The Art of Impossible, The Future is Faster Than You Think, The Rise of Superman, Stealing Fire, and so much more! Look out for his latest upcoming book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad, where he debunks the old myths about aging and how you can boost your longevity through flow!

Monday Apr 17, 2023
The Flow Path to Entrepreneurial Success
Monday Apr 17, 2023
Monday Apr 17, 2023
TODAY´S EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE FLOW RESEARCH COLLECTIVE
Are you an entrepreneur, a leader, or a knowledge worker, who wants to harness the power of flow so you can get more done in less time with greater ease and accomplish your boldest professional goals faster? If you´ve answered this question with “hell yes” then our peak-performance training Zero to Dangerous may be a good fit for you. If this sounds of interest to you all you need to do is click the link below right now, pop in your application and one of our team members will be in touch with you very soon.
https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/zero-to-dangerous/overview
ABOUT THE GUEST:
David Teece is an economist, entrepreneur, and professor of global business at the Haas School of Business at the University of California, Berkeley. He has made significant contributions to the fields of innovation, competition policy, and intellectual property, and is the author of several books and articles.
In this episode, he talks about his framework for dynamic capabilities and how you can build your enterprise and keep it going. He also talks about finding purpose in tumultuous times.
David also discusses how removing clutter can help you increase productivity and achieve peak performance.
Teddy Teece is an intergenerational and adventure coach who works with nature to facilitate growth, inner process and embodied awareness in business families and their rising NextGen leaders. He has founded three companies – one in his second home of New Zealand and the others in New York and California – in travel tech, legal finance, and family business consulting respectively.
In this episode, he talks about the power of group flow and how it can increase productivity and deliver value to clients and customers. He also talks about the importance of dual role diversity and how it can help to achieve group flow.
ABOUT THE EPISODE:
In this episode, you will learn about:
- 00:00 Intro
- 02:29 Teddy and David's Backstory
- 06:33 The Role of Flow in David and Teddy's Lives
- 11:27 Finding Purpose Amidst Turmoil
- 17:21 Systematizing High-Functioning Teams
- 21:16 Dynamic Capabilities
- 26:38 Coaching Leaders In The VUCA Era
- 33:02 Fostering An Entrepreneurial Culture
- 37:58 Creating a Culture that Allows Mistakes
- 45:17 Being Intentional In Cultivating Culture
- 49:00 Technology's Role in Organizational Agility
- 52:08 Unlocking Leadership Potential
- 55:06 Hiring Approach to Get the Best
- 59:33 Upcoming Projects Of David & Teddy
RESOURCES
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidteece/
Website: https://www.davidjteece.com/
Flow Research Collective’s Social Links:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flowresearchcollective
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flowresearchcollective
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flowresearchcollective
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@achieveflow
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/RiseofSuperman
Twitter: https://twitter.com/thefrc_official
Website: https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/
Steven Kotler, the founder and executive director of the Flow Research Collective, is one of the world’s leading experts on human peak performance. He is an award-winning journalist and an author with over ten bestselling books.
Some of his works include: The Art of Impossible, The Future is Faster Than You Think, The Rise of Superman, Stealing Fire, and so much more! Look out for his latest upcoming book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad, where he debunks the old myths about aging and how you can boost your longevity through flow!

Monday Apr 10, 2023
Mastering Peak Performance: Tips for Aging Gracefully
Monday Apr 10, 2023
Monday Apr 10, 2023
TODAY´S EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE FLOW RESEARCH COLLECTIVE
Are you an entrepreneur, a leader, or a knowledge worker, who wants to harness the power of flow so you can get more done in less time with greater ease and accomplish your boldest professional goals faster? If you´ve answered this question with “hell yes” then our peak-performance training Zero to Dangerous may be a good fit for you. If this sounds of interest to you all you need to do is click here right now, pop in your application and one of our team members will be in touch with you very soon.
ABOUT THE GUEST:
Steven Kotler is a New York Times bestselling author, an award-winning journalist, and the Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective. He is one of the world’s leading experts on human performance.
In this episode, he talks about attaining peak performance as we age by dealing with personal forgiveness and traumas of the past and how flow amplifies performance and is deeply tied to adult development and successful aging.
Steven also shares his insights on how peripheral vision and resilience can be used to overcome fear and achieve optimal performance.
ABOUT THE EPISODE:
In this episode, you will learn about:
00:00 - Intro
5:09 - Sustaining Peak Performance
12:05 - Steven's Journey in Meditation
19:30 - Flow and Aging: Exploring the Connection
26:17 Overcoming Fear for Optimal Performance
39:24 - Overcoming Childhood Trauma for Peak Performance
48:18 - Achieving Peak Performance in Aging
51:00 - Importance of Leg Strength for Aging and Longevity
57:11 - Tips for Achieving Peak Performance and Healthy Aging
RESOURCES
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steven-kotler
Website: https://www.stevenkotler.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kotler.steven/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/steven_kotler
Flow Research Collective’s Social Links:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flowresearchcollective
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flowresearchcollective
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flowresearchcollective
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@achieveflow
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/RiseofSuperman
Twitter: https://twitter.com/thefrc_official
Website: https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/
Steven Kotler, the founder and executive director of the Flow Research Collective, is one of the world’s leading experts on human peak performance. He is an award-winning journalist and an author with over ten bestselling books.
Some of his works include: The Art of Impossible, The Future is Faster Than You Think, The Rise of Superman, Stealing Fire, and so much more! Look out for his latest upcoming book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad, where he debunks the old myths about aging and how you can boost your longevity through flow!

Monday Apr 03, 2023
Rise Above Burnout: Taking Action with Resilience
Monday Apr 03, 2023
Monday Apr 03, 2023
TODAY´S EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE FLOW RESEARCH COLLECTIVE
Are you an entrepreneur, a leader, or a knowledge worker, who wants to harness the power of flow so you can get more done in less time with greater ease and accomplish your boldest professional goals faster? If you´ve answered this question with “hell yes” then our peak-performance training Zero to Dangerous may be a good fit for you. If this sounds of interest to you all you need to do is click here right now, pop in your application and one of our team members will be in touch with you very soon.
ABOUT THE GUEST:
Ronan Harrington is a keynote speaker and expert on the neuroscience of resilience, advising major institutions and organizations on how to create healthy, high-performance cultures.
In this episode, he talks about the hidden burnout trajectory that many people are unknowingly on and providing practical tools grounded in the science of resilience to operate at peak performance without compromising health.
Ronan expounds on burnout and the importance of taking enough rest to achieve peak performance. He also shares strategies on how to rise up from a burnout and its difference from exhaustion, and the importance of regulating your mental health for optimal performance.
ABOUT THE EPISODE:
In this episode, you will learn about:
(00:00) Intro
(02:21) Ronan's Origin Story
(08:17) Window Tolerance
(09:57) The Idea in Resilience
(15:53) Introducing the Ronan Theory
(18:00) Endurance Culture
(23:32) Importance of Recovery
(26:03) The Difference between Burnout and Exhaustion
(32:28) Social Stigma Around Burnout
(34:47) Cosmetic Resilience
(36:01) Systemic Cultural Burnout
(37:54) The Work hierarchy
(41:11) The Paradigm Shift
(43:03) Battle of the Generations in the Workplace
(48:06) Ronan's recommendation for fighting burnout
(51:48) Boundary Setting Is not a "NO"
(55:22) Importance of Measuring in the Workplace
RESOURCES
LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/ronanharrington
Website: https://www.ronanharrington.co/
Flow Research Collective’s Social Links:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flowresearchcollective
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flowresearchcollective
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flowresearchcollective
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@achieveflow
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/RiseofSuperman
Twitter: https://twitter.com/thefrc_official
Website: https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/
Steven Kotler, the founder and executive director of the Flow Research Collective, is one of the world’s leading experts on human peak performance. He is an award-winning journalist and an author with over ten bestselling books.
Some of his works include: The Art of Impossible, The Future is Faster Than You Think, The Rise of Superman, Stealing Fire, and so much more! Look out for his latest upcoming book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad, where he debunks the old myths about aging and how you can boost your longevity through flow!

Monday Mar 27, 2023
Maximize Your Second Half of Life
Monday Mar 27, 2023
Monday Mar 27, 2023
TODAY´S EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE FLOW RESEARCH COLLECTIVE
Are you an entrepreneur, a leader, or a knowledge worker, who wants to harness the power of flow so you can get more done in less time with greater ease and accomplish your boldest professional goals faster? If you´ve answered this question with “hell yes” then our peak-performance training Zero to Dangerous may be a good fit for you. If this sounds interesting to you all you need to do is click here right now, pop in your application and one of our team members will be in touch with you very soon.
ABOUT THE GUEST:
Get ready to unlock the secrets of peak performance aging and defy the natural aging process with grace!
In this episode, the spotlight is on the captivating world of staying rad as one grows old. The conversation revolves around Steven Kotler's book, "Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad," and how mindset, exploration, and social engagement can play a critical role in keeping cognitive function sharp.
Listeners will discover how to find the perfect training partner, unleash their creativity, and tap into the power of wisdom. The discussion also explores the fascinating role of embodied cognition and flow in achieving success.
Don't let age hold you back - tune in now to learn how to live your best life at any age!
ABOUT THE EPISODE:
In this episode, you will learn about:
Time Stamps:
- 00:00 Intro
- 02:01 The Long Slow Rot Theory
- 04:52 Steven's Opening Statement For Gnar Country
- 07:57 The Peak Performance Aging Experiment
- 12:15 Recovery As You Age
- 15:17 Developing New Thinking Styles
- 21:26 Mindset & Aging
- 24:32 Getting Creative In Your Fifties
- 27:52 Strategies To Age Well
- 32:49 Flow Proneness Changes Overtime
- 35:21 Accessing Flow In Your Later Years
- 40:40 Action Sports Are Anti-Aging
- 45:16 Working Memory Is Trainable
- 50:39 Effects of Short-formed Articles On Aging
- 53:02 Getting Into Flow State When Reading
- 55:03 Keeping Curiosity Alive
Steven Kotler’s Social Links:
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Gnar Country: https://www.gnarcountry.com/
Flow Research Collective’s Social Links:
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Website: https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/
Steven Kotler, the founder and executive director of the Flow Research Collective, is one of the world’s leading experts on human peak performance. He is an award-winning journalist and an author with over ten bestselling books.
Some of his works include: The Art of Impossible, The Future is Faster Than You Think, The Rise of Superman, Stealing Fire, and so much more! Look out for his latest upcoming book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad, where he debunks the old myths about aging and how you can boost your longevity through flow!