Flow Unleashed

Cameron Norsworthy

Interested in HUMAN performance? Want to be kept up-to-date with the latest science and practice? Join Cameron Norsworthy, scientist and coach to multiple world champions, as he unpacks key topics to peak performance, deep engagement, and life satisfaction. After a career-ending injury as an athlete, I became fascinated by human experience; why in one moment, we can be feeling and acting our very best, only to struggle and stress moments later. I studied sports and performance psychology, neuroscience, coaching, and life-hacking, and did my PhD in advancing our understanding and application of flow. I became a scientist, an entrepreneur, and a coach, and found my life’s purpose in helping some of the world’s best athletes, entrepreneurs, and professionals find their flow. My drive to keep learning and growing genesis an organisation to innovate human performance and set the standards for performance coaching. In this podcast, I share everything that I am working on, giving you a window into the skills, insights, research, and practices that I use every day working with elite professionals. Meet experts from around the world and famous performers with unique stories as we unpack specific topics to help you evolve, raise your game when it matters, and help others to find success.

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    S4 E2: The Theory and Practice behind 'How to Find Flow: Exclusive interview with author Dr Cameron Norsworthy (Part 2)

    In this episode, we delve into Dr Cameron Norsworthy's personal journey of writing the book 'How to Find Flow' in collaboration with Bonnier and Blink Publishing. The author shares personal experiences, revealing how an untrained psyche can create obstacles and the importance of developing a flow mindset. Host, Kevin Nordentoft, and Cameron discuss evolutionary errors that hinder performance, the dual brain theory, and the significance of predictive processing. Practical tools and methods for achieving and sustaining flow, such as self-leadership, self-regulation, and self-actualization, are explored. Additionally, the conversation touches on the challenges of writing the book, the impact of parenthood on flow, and the broader implications of flow in everyday life and peak performance scenarios.   00:00 Introduction: Discovering the Psyche's Interference 02:42 Evolutionary Errors: The Brain's Natural Pitfalls 08:34 Understanding Dual Cognition: The Two Brains 11:50 Predictive Processing: The Brain's Forecasting Mechanism 14:47 Tennis and the Untrained Mind: A Personal Journey 19:54 Ready, Steady, Flow: Structuring the Book 26:07 Self-Leadership: The Foundation of Flow 31:07 Consciousness Management: Staying Steady 48:03 Parenthood and Flow: A Lifestyle Pursuit 54:03 Conclusion: The Lifelong Practice of Flow

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    S4 E1: The Personal Journey Behind the book "How to Find Flow": Exclusive interview with author Dr Cameron Norsworthy (Part 1)

    In this introductory episode, the author, Dr Cameron Norsworthy, delves into the creation of his book, 'How to Find Flow,' in partnership with Bonnier and Blink Publishing. He explains the motivations behind writing the book, his personal encounters with flow, and why flow is integral to both personal and professional development. He recounts life experiences, including surviving a life-threatening situation in Brazil and overcoming challenges related to public speaking and dyslexia. Cameron also discusses the book's structure, the scientific and practical aspects of achieving flow, and the journey of distilling complex concepts into an accessible guide. He reflects on the common misconceptions about flow, the role of embodied cognition, and the importance of making flow an intentional part of life. The episode sets the stage for a deeper exploration of flow in subsequent episodes.   00:00 Introduction to the Series and Book 00:46 The Importance of Flow in Personal and Professional Life 00:58 Exploring the Book's Structure: Ready, Steady, Flow 01:49 Personal Challenges and Overcoming Adversity 05:49 Life-Threatening Situations and Their Impact 13:10 Discovering Flow Through Personal Experiences 22:21 Writing the Book: Challenges and Insights 30:19 Understanding Flow: Common Misconceptions 37:07 Conclusion and Next Episode Preview

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    S3 EP11: Rethinking Prosperity: A conversation changing the way society and governments measure success towards wellbeing with Martin Oetting

    This episode questions the traditional measure of national success through GDP and proposes a shift towards an economy focused on human and ecological well-being. Host discusses with guest Martin Oetting, an ex-advertising professional turned documentarian, about his journey and insights on sustainable growth and his recent film PURPOSE. The conversation also touches on the work of Tim Jackson and the challenges and potential solutions for integrating well-being as a metric of progress. The episode emphasizes the need for grassroots movements to challenge the status quo and redefine prosperity. It concludes on the empowering note that change starts with individual actions and dialogues.   Access more insights and the show notes at: https://www.cameronnorsworthy.com/flow-unleashed   00:00 Rethinking Progress: Beyond GDP 01:35 Introducing Martin O'Toole: A Journey from Consumerism to Well-being 03:06 The Flaws of GDP and the Case for a Well-being Economy 05:20 Consequences of GDP Obsession: Environmental and Social Costs 08:56 Personal Reflections and the Shift to Meaningful Work 15:17 The Turning Point: Political and Social Awakening 17:39 Documenting Change: The Well-being Economy Film 18:57 Success Stories: Implementing Well-being Metrics 22:24 Challenges and Resistance to Change 27:02 Personal and Societal Transformation: Embracing New Metrics 36:14 Practical Steps and Community Engagement 51:38 Final Thoughts and Call to Action

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Interested in HUMAN performance? Want to be kept up-to-date with the latest science and practice? Join Cameron Norsworthy, scientist and coach to multiple world champions, as he unpacks key topics to peak performance, deep engagement, and life satisfaction. After a career-ending injury as an athlete, I became fascinated by human experience; why in one moment, we can be feeling and acting our very best, only to struggle and stress moments later. I studied sports and performance psychology, neuroscience, coaching, and life-hacking, and did my PhD in advancing our understanding and application of flow. I became a scientist, an entrepreneur, and a coach, and found my life’s purpose in helping some of the world’s best athletes, entrepreneurs, and professionals find their flow. My drive to keep learning and growing genesis an organisation to innovate human performance and set the standards for performance coaching. In this podcast, I share everything that I am working on, giving you a window into the skills, insights, research, and practices that I use every day working with elite professionals. Meet experts from around the world and famous performers with unique stories as we unpack specific topics to help you evolve, raise your game when it matters, and help others to find success.