Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi

1934 - 2021

Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi was a Hungarian-American psychologist best known for his pioneering work in the field of positive psychology and for conceptualizing the idea of "flow," a mental state of complete immersion in activities. He served as a professor of psychology and management at Claremont Graduate University and authored several influential books, including "Flow: The Psychology of Optimal Experience." Csikszentmihalyi's research has significantly impacted various fields, including education, creativity, and well-being.

Goals transform a random walk into a chase.

Flow: The Psychology of Optimal Experience, p. 163, 1990