Flow states trigger large dopamine releases that can induce manic episodes in individuals predisposed to bipolar mania

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High flow states release a combination of dopamine, norepinephrine, serotonin, anandamide, and endorphins in the human brain

Steven Kotler established the Flow Research Collective to apply flow state training to worker reskilling

The flow state follows a four-stage cycle that requires a biological recovery phase

Ruminating about past social interactions can prevent a person from being present and achieving a state of flow in a current conversation

Christa Pike has been diagnosed with bipolar disorder and may have suffered brain damage in the womb

Despite being a successful billionaire, Kayak founder Paul English has experienced significant internal struggles due to his bipolar disorder

Kayak founder Paul English, a multi-billionaire, was diagnosed with bipolar disorder in his mid-20s after a difficult upbringing

There is growing evidence linking postpartum psychosis to a vulnerability for bipolar disorder.

For treating psychotic and bipolar disorders with a ketogenic diet, Dr. Palmer aims for blood ketone levels above 1.5 mmol/L.

A female patient of Dr. Chris Palmer's with a five-year history of chronic, suicidal depression became hypomanic within one month of starting a low-carbohydrate diet.

Dr. Cassie Vitten used her imagination as a soccer player to reframe her public speaking anxiety, telling herself to "put the ball in the net."

To overcome public speaking fear, a person can imagine a time they felt most grounded and in flow to bring that state to the performance.

Peak 'flow' experiences are characterized by a lack of distance between the individual and the experience.

Johnny's late fiancée, Sophie, was a junior doctor who had bipolar disorder.