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Real success comes from knowing yourself and what you are capable of. True happiness comes from taking the time to do the necessary self-inventory to evolve. Perfection is not possible yet in some ways there is something all too perfect about imperfections.

Live Life Aggressively! What Self Help Gurus Should Be Telling You

Mike Mahler, Sarina Derksen, Ken Blackburn, and Steve Cotter

Csikszentmihalyi was able to sift through the data and isolate ten core components which demarcate the state. Here’s his list: Clear goals: Expectations and rules are discernible and goals are attainable and align appropriately with one’s skill set and abilities. Moreover, the challenge level and skill level should both be high. Concentration: A high degree of concentration on a limited field of attention. A loss of the feeling of self-consciousness: The merging of action and awareness. Distorted sense of time: One’s subjective experience of time is altered. Direct and immediate feedback: Successes and failures are apparent, so behavior can be adjusted as needed. Balance between ability level and challenge: The activity is neither too easy nor too difficult. A sense of personal control over the situation. The activity is intrinsically rewarding, so action is effortlessness. A lack of awareness of bodily needs. Absorption: narrowing of awareness down to the activity itself.

The Rise of Superman

Steven Kotler

Try it yourself: Think about a work-related success or failure in the past 12 months. In a LinkedIn post, share a brief summary of what happened. Next, discuss why it matters to your LinkedIn connections. Include associated advice or lessons learned. A few days later, assess. What was the response?

How to Transform Your LinkedIn Presence So It's Not Just a Resume

contentmarketinginstitute.com

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