Creativity: Flow and the Psychology of Discovery and Invention
Creativity: Flow and the Psychology of Discovery and Invention
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2009
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Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2009466
Book • Nonfiction
1990s
2009
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In Creativity: Flow and the Psychology of Discovery and Invention, Mihály Csíkszentmihályi explores how individuals discover and create. He examines the psychological process of achieving 'flow,' a state of deep focus that enhances creativity and innovation. The book investigates how people nurture creative potential through discipline, passion, and the interactions between culture, the self, and the field.
Informative
Inspirational
Contemplative
Emotional
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Mihály Csíkszentmihályi's Creativity: Flow and the Psychology of Discovery and Invention is praised for its insightful exploration of the creative process and the concept of "flow." Readers appreciate the in-depth interviews with creative individuals. Some find it dense and academic, which may deter casual readers, but its rich analysis is rewarding for those interested in psychology and creativity.
Who Should Read Creativity: Flow and the Psychology of Discovery and Invention?
Readers who enjoy Creativity: Flow and the Psychology of Discovery and Invention by Mihály Csíkszentmihályi are likely fascinated by the psychology of creativity and self-improvement. Fans of Daniel Kahneman's Thinking, Fast and Slow or Steven Pinker's How the Mind Works may find this book equally engaging for its exploration of the creative process.
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Book • Nonfiction
1990s
2009
Adult
18+ years
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