Can Flow States Transform Us?

by Craig Hamilton | Nov 6, 2020 | 0 comments

“Flow” is a popular concept in spiritual and personal development circles; And getting into flow states is often considered a kind of spiritual practice. But there’s a big difference between these peak experiences and the kind of spiritual awakening that leads to lasting and meaningful transformation. In this video clip, taken from a dialogue between Craig and Jeff Charno at Being & Doing’s Deep Flow conference, they explore the relationship between flow states and spiritual awakening: the differences, similarities, and interconnections.

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