The Ultimate Guide to Focus, Flow, & Productivity Featuring the  

Coach Lauren Kess

Flow State Pomodoro Method 

The main components to trigger flow state are:

1. Have a slight stressor— getting ready to drop a cliff or do a steep run; i.e. a project or tasks that needs to be completed.

2. Get yourself prepared for the drop— stop at the top of the cliff, take a few deep, slow breaths to bring the heart rate back down. Notice the calm come over you. You feel present. You are ready to go. i.e. take a short break without pressure or focus.

3. Start moving towards the cliff and drop off; i.e. start the next task. 

4. Respond to every bump and drop in the trail with agility and focus. No thought, just extraordinary presence. You can clearly execute with massive clarity and responsiveness. i.e. Flow State begins.

The Difference Between Intense Focus and Flow State

Intense focus and flow state are not the same thing. Intense focus is using the brain’s muscle strength to concentrate on one activity without distraction for a duration of time. I have found most people’s intense focus (without being in flow state) hits a max around 20 minutes unless they are on stimulants. Unfortunately, most productivity gurus recommend you do 25-50min focused sessions at a time- it’s too long!

Flow state feels very easy. You are in a creative flow where it feels timeless and easy. It doesn’t feel hard to focus at all- in fact it feels fun and effortless often with ideas and inspiration pouring in. You feel light and happy. In flow state, you can easily stay focused for 2 to 4 hours or more at a time and not even notice how much time has passed.