The Rise of Superman: Decoding the Science of Ultimate Human Performance

Harness flow states to shatter limits and rewrite the possible

Steven Kotler

2014

8 Key Insights

About This Book

Discover how the world’s most extreme athletes hack their brains and bodies to reach superhuman performance with this revolutionary guide. You’ll uncover the science behind flow states—the invisible secret driving skiers down 100-foot cliffs, surfers into perfect barrels, and skydivers through dizzying proximity flights—and learn simple, step-by-step techniques to trigger that same peak state in your own life. Packed with real-world examples, easy-to-apply exercises, and cutting-edge research, this book offers a clear path to increased focus, creativity, and joy. Transform your work, relationships, and well-being by tapping into the ultimate performance accelerator.

About the Author

Steven Kotler is a bestselling author, journalist, and one of the world’s leading experts on peak performance and the science of flow. His groundbreaking work has appeared in The New York Times, Forbes, and Wired, and he advises Fortune 500 executives and Olympic athletes on unleashing human potential. Steve holds a master’s degree in Creative Writing and directs research at the Flow Genome Project, where he helps codify and share the latest breakthroughs in neuroscience, psychology, and technology.

Biggest Takeaway

• Harness bursts of laser-focus that turn daunting tasks into effortless achievements. • Boost creativity and problem-solving by learning to quiet self-doubt and trust your intuition. • Ignite intrinsic motivation through autotelic experiences and break free from the trap of external rewards. • Elevate teamwork and collaboration using group flow techniques that bind people together and multiply results. • Achieve rapid learning and skill mastery with proven flow triggers that shorten your path to excellence.

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