"Una de las principales razones por las que una experiencia de flujo implica un disfrute tan profundo es que es autosuficiente"
— Mihaly Csíkszentmihalyi
Simplified Meaning:
When you are doing something you love, like painting, playing a sport, or reading, you lose track of time and forget your worries. This feeling of being fully absorbed and finding joy in an activity is called "flow." One great thing about this feeling is that it doesn’t depend on what others think. It’s a personal, satisfying experience where the activity itself is the reward. Imagine a child playing with building blocks. The child is so focused and happy, completely in the moment, not thinking about anything else. The fun comes from the act of building, not from showing the blocks to someone or getting a prize. This is similar to adults finding deep happiness in hobbies, as their enjoyment comes from the activity itself. People can apply this idea to their lives by finding things they truly like to do, whether it’s cooking, gardening, or writing. If they engage in these activities regularly, they can experience more happiness from the simple pleasure of doing them. Focusing on the process rather than the outcome can lead to a more content and fulfilling life.