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Steven Kotler

06/20/25

@ Big Think

To achieve peak performance, you need to be comfortable with being uncomfortable and push yourself outside your comfort zone.

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The science of effortlessness: How to activate flow | Steven Kotler: Full Interview

@ Big Think

The science of effortlessness: How to activate flow | Steven Kotler: Full Interview

06/20/25

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