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What really makes us feel glad to be alive? This classic work of psychology from world-renowned psychologist Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi is your essential guide to unlocking a happier, more fulfilling state of being. ''[He] has done more than anyone else to study this state of effortless attending'' ? Daniel Kahneman, author of Thinking, Fast and Slow ''Mr Csikszentmihalyi illuminates the accuracy of what philosophers have been saying for centuries: that the way to happiness lies not in mindless hedonism but in mindful challenge'' ? The New York Times ''Elegantly written ... it is more relevant than ever'' The Times ''Enlightening, thought-provoking, relevant'' -- ***** Reader review ''I actually struggled to put it down'' -- ***** Reader review ''It will definitely help me structure and control my mind better'' -- ***** Reader review ''If you are searching to add meaning to your life, or to gain more enjoyment from the life that you have, reading this book is a must'' -- ***** Reader review ********************************************************************************************** Control of consciousness determines the quality of life Combining over 40 years of ground-breaking research with practical advice, world-renowned psychologist Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi reveals the key to optimal experience: flow . Arguing that the human brain is most happy when engaged in the meaningful pursuit of a goal - anything from sport to learning a language, from enjoyable work to practising music - he demonstrates that the need to concentrate and lose yourself in the moment is the key to finding inner peace, happiness and order in the midst of our chaotic lives.
