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Steven Kotler

06/20/25

@ Big Think

Distraction is a major flow blocker; managing distractions ahead of time is essential for maintaining concentration during work sessions.

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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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Chris Williamson Cast

04/01/25

@ Chris Williamson

To scale effectively, you must be able to ignore distractions and interruptions. Every interruption pulls you out of your flow, so it's crucial to manage your time wisely.

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Michael Seibel

12/27/24

@ Y Combinator

The cycle of distraction and lack of focus is a recurring issue for individuals and CEOs alike; true focus requires eliminating distractions to get work done.

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Y Combinator Cast

10/13/17

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To achieve a productive flow state, dedicate at least 20 minutes to focused work without distractions.

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Steven Kotler

06/20/25

@ Big Think

To prepare for flow, align your work sessions with your natural circadian rhythms and block out distractions for 90 to 120 minutes of focused work.

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Dr. Michael Platt

02/17/25

@ Andrew Huberman

To improve attention, it's effective to remove distractions, such as keeping your phone out of the room, which significantly enhances working memory.

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Sam Altman

05/02/17

@ Y Combinator

Maintaining focus is critical for success. Founders should resist distractions and avoid getting sidetracked by external opportunities that do not align with their core mission.

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Andrew Huberman

10/31/23

@ Chris Williamson

Constantly shifting attention throughout the day inhibits the brain circuits responsible for maintaining focus, which is detrimental to our ability to concentrate.

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Chris Williamson Cast

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It's essential to develop emotional resilience so that you don't register distractions as turbulence. This emotional detachment is fundamental to maintaining focus and productivity.

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Y Combinator Cast

10/13/17

@ Y Combinator

It's crucial to balance meeting time with creative work, as constant interruptions can hinder productivity and creative flow.