Eur J Neurosci February 2021 PMID 33084102

Go with the flow: A neuroscientific view on being fully engaged.

Dimitri van der Linden, Mattie Tops, Arnold B Bakker

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The discussions reflect a positive attitude towards the article's insights, with phrases such as 'flow as a superpower' and highlighting the neurocognitive mechanisms underlying flow. Users demonstrate interest through references to the significance of the research and mention of notable figures, though the tone remains mostly general and introductory, indicating moderate engagement and perceived impact.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the importance of understanding flow and its neurocognitive mechanisms, indicating general agreement with the article's premise.

InterestHigh interest

Participants show strong interest, referencing the article as a 'superpower' and emphasizing its relevance for human performance and creativity.

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Comments mention specific concepts like brain networks and the creation of flow, suggesting moderate but not deep engagement with detailed mechanisms.

ImpactModerate impact

Discussions highlight the potential for this research to influence fields like neuroscience and performance optimization, but there is limited evidence of significant behavioral or practical impact yet.

Abstract in brief

  • Flow is a state of complete focus on a task that occurs when a person's skills match the task's challenges, leading to low self-reflective thinking.
  • The paper discusses how specific brain networks, including the Default Mode Network, Central Executive Network, and Salience Network, contribute to the experience of flow by enhancing task engagement and intrinsic motivation.
  • Understanding these connections might help develop new research ideas and deepen our knowledge of the neurocognitive mechanisms behind flow.

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John J. Foxe
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OUT NOW in @EJNeuroscience Go with the flow: A neuroscientific view on being fully engaged. Dimitri van der Linden @Dimitri_329 Mattie Topps & Arnold Bakker @ProfABBakker from Erasmus University @erasmusuni https://t.co/ZCb8HbjHWY https://t.co/LvYSKgNdMs

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Andy Renfree
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Go with the flow: A neuroscientific view on being fully engaged https://t.co/3EBOY0xFyB

May 27, 2022 · 5 likes · 1,619 followers View post →
Shibley
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Go with the flow: A neuroscientific view on being fully engaged https://t.co/SJYzRTAjDq

Jan 11, 2021 · 1 like · 27,498 followers View post →
SIOPSA
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Flow is said to be our modern superpower at work. To read the open access article: https://t.co/JeJcdD4Bxn Go with the flow: A neuroscientific view on being fully engaged. European Journal of Neuroscience, 53(4), 947-963. https://t.co/xcym6nVzYR

Nov 22, 2021 · 1 like · 1,192 followers View post →
European Journal of Neuroscience
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John J. Foxe
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RT @JohnnyFoxe: OUT NOW in @EJNeuroscience Go with the flow: A neuroscientific view on being fully engaged. Dimitri van der Linden @Dimitr…

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John J. Foxe
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RT @JohnnyFoxe: OUT NOW in @EJNeuroscience Go with the flow: A neuroscientific view on being fully engaged. Dimitri van der Linden @Dimitr…

Oct 6, 2024 · 14 shares · 7,654 followers View post →
Andy Renfree
@AndyRenfree · X

Go with the flow: A neuroscientific view on being fully engaged https://t.co/3EBOY0xFyB

May 27, 2022 · 5 likes · 1,619 followers View post →
SIOPSA
@_SIOPSA · X

Flow is said to be our modern superpower at work. To read the open access article: https://t.co/JeJcdD4Bxn Go with the flow: A neuroscientific view on being fully engaged. European Journal of Neuroscience, 53(4), 947-963. https://t.co/xcym6nVzYR

Nov 22, 2021 · 1 like · 1,192 followers View post →
Ary Bosker
@novecento21 · X

Ondanks de relevantie ervan voor menselijke prestaties en enorme hoeveelheid onderzoek naar flow, is er momenteel nog relatief weinig inzicht in de onderliggende neurocognitieve mechanismen en hoe ze in onderlinge afstemming inwerken op creatie van flow. https://t.co/SaU7VSyTk2

Feb 21, 2021 · 374 followers View post →
Shibley
@dr_shibley · X

Go with the flow: A neuroscientific view on being fully engaged https://t.co/SJYzRTAjDq

Jan 11, 2021 · 1 like · 27,498 followers View post →
Laura Allen
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RT @JohnnyFoxe: OUT NOW in @EJNeuroscience Go with the flow: A neuroscientific view on being fully engaged. Dimitri van der Linden @Dimitr…

Nov 14, 2020 · 14 shares · 139 followers View post →
Jasmine Pollard
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Prof PAS López-Terradas
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Dimitri van der Linden
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Bert M. Beddings
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John J. Foxe
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Rich Hartman
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Or, as Rickson Gracie puts it, flow with the go https://t.co/IiixKqV2YX

Nov 10, 2020 · 123 followers View post →
Nicolás Martínez Alarcón-Araya
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Nick Davis
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European Journal of Neuroscience
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Victor Del Bene
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John J. Foxe
@JohnnyFoxe · X

OUT NOW in @EJNeuroscience Go with the flow: A neuroscientific view on being fully engaged. Dimitri van der Linden @Dimitri_329 Mattie Topps & Arnold Bakker @ProfABBakker from Erasmus University @erasmusuni https://t.co/ZCb8HbjHWY https://t.co/LvYSKgNdMs

Nov 10, 2020 · 31 likes · 14 shares · 7,654 followers View post →