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11 Activities and Exercises to Induce a Flow State (+ 6 Examples)

By Elaine Houston — 2021

Flow state is losing yourself in the moment; when you find your abilities are well matched to an activity, the world around you quietens and you may find yourself achieving things you only dreamt to be possible.

Read on positivepsychology.com

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25 Simple Things You Can Do to Get Inspired

We all feel uninspired at times. The good news is that it’s a natural part of the creative process and something everyone struggles with. The next time you’re stuck in a creative dead zone, read this list of 25 things you can do to get inspired.

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Michaela Cristallo
2021
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For Ku Stevens, Running Is a ‘Profound Act’

his fall, Ku Stevens became the fastest cross-country runner in Nevada. But he would be running even if he wasn’t winning.

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Talya Minsberg
2021
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Six Levels of Motivation in Students

New study reveals why college students aren't as motivated as they need to be.

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Tim Elmore
2016
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Why Students Go to College Matters to Their Success

A study by University of Rochester researchers found that students are more likely to earn higher grades and get a degree if enrolling was motivated by intrinsic needs for autonomy and competence.

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Caralee J. Adams
2013
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15 Ways to Get Motivated at College

Here are fifteen ways to get your motivation up—and to keep it up—throughout your college career.

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Lynn F. Jacobs, Jeremy S. Hyman
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Stressed out at college? Here are five essential reads on how to take better care of your mental health

Links to informative articles to fight college burnout including on: how to prioritize your mental health; considering campus physical design; making a wellness plan; considering academic motivation, and enjoying a therapy animal.

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Alvin Buyinza, Jamaal Abdul-Alim
2022
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Burned Out in College? Here’s How You Can Recover

Burnout is real, and it can have serious consequences mentally, physically and emotionally. If you feel trapped in the cycle of demotivation, don’t give up—there are steps you can take to reset, refresh and find your joy again.

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Emily Rose Thorne
2019
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Creative People’s Brains Really Do Work Differently

Creative people are able to juggle seemingly contradictory modes of thought—cognitive and emotional, deliberate and spontaneous.

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Carolyn Gregoire
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Understanding the Four Stages of the Creative Process

Any creative process is a dance between the inner and the outer; the unconscious and conscious mind; dreaming and doing; madness and method; solitary reflection and active collaboration.

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Carolyn Gregoire
2019
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Ways to Push Past Creative Burnout

Two coaches talk about reigniting passion for your work

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Sophia Dembling
2015
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