Seeking to be “in Flow” rather than to attain

In this last week of the year, I have been writing some simple daily musings on themes such as slowing down (here and here) and being patient (here and here). Today, inspired (as I often am) by the thoughts of my friend Chip Conley, I reflect on what happens when we choose to be patient, to allow our thoughts and actions to slow down.

When we stop pushing to attain, to drive, to push towards goals and attaining achievements, we can attune, “tune in” more. We can be “in Flow”.

Read on for more on “Flow”, what slowing down and patience can bring to this, then for Chip’s post that inspired me.

When we are so attuned, we can both be more present and “in Flow” to what we are doing in the moment, and we can also then recognise where we can step off the path and make new choices.

What is “Flow”? My favourite all-time moment was from Michael Jordan in the 1992 NBA Finals, and (when I was a competitive athlete) I can vividly remember key moments of Flow myself, where time slowed down, everything felt easy, I was totally relaxed and at the same time playing at my best. For more, visit this past post featuring Michael Jordan, Jason…