Learning, Collective Intelligence What happens when a flow state extends beyond the individual to encompass an entire team?

Flow is a term coined by psychologist Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi. It describes a state of optimal performance where challenge and skill are perfectly balanced, leading to intense focus and peak productivity. His TED Talk on the topic has been viewed more than 7.7 million times.

"Imagine a group of minds, synchronized in (a flow state), their brainwaves aligning like a symphony. This is the essence of neural synchrony, a phenomenon where team members' brain activity becomes aligned, facilitating deeper connections and more effective communication. Neural Synchrony transcends verbal communication, enabling a form of collective intuition where ideas are not just shared but co-created in real-time. This is where the magic of collective flow truly comes alive—when the sum becomes greater than its parts, and the team operates as a cohesive, innovative unit." - Dr. Carol Grojean and Moses Ma Article: The Science of Collective Flow