Flow Psychology w/ Kyle Pearce

Ep. 1: On this first episode, I talk with Kyle Pearce, meditation and flow psychology teacher and founder of Animist Ecology, a. company spreading eco-mindfulness through experiential learning adventures. In this episode, we dive into: Why it's so important to incorporate meaning and challenge into our daily activitiesWhat happens neurologically when we get into flow stateThe difference between alpha, beta, and theta brain wave states - and why it mattersThe connection between flow state and deep states of meditationHow to use flow psychology to optimize your creativityThe importance of self-motivation for lasting successPowerful questions to ask yourself to uplevel your creative outputGoal-setting strategies to connect your short and long-term goals and visionsThe importance of self-education in rewiring your psychologyWhy multitasking is so dangerous, and how to avoid the "distraction epidemic"How to build "tiny habits" to increase effectiveness in your lifeWhat creativity really is, and how it is a part of everyones' lifeWhat a value-creation mindset isThe difference between spontaneous creativity and living a creative lifeHow structure and contribution are key to lasting happinessWhy chronic loneliness is as bad for your health as obesityWhy being part of a tribe is vital for your physical healthHow to achieve flow state in your workWhy leisure time is more important for your work than you might thinkThe importance of an "eco sabbath" or spirit quest to rechargeRewilding and the connection between nature and consciousnessThe sentience of nature and our planet, and importance of connection wtih thisHow to contribute to shifting into a regenerative cultureResources from this episode:Kyle's projects:https://www.animist.eco/https://www.diygenius.com/