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Flow Principle (late 80s, early 90s)

-"True play"= a "sensation"=a sense of flow
-comes at a "peak level" of play
-doesn't have to be very physical
-loose sense of surroundings and time
-characterized by:
merging of action & awareness
clear goals & feedback
concentration on task
sense of control
loss of self-consciousness
transformation of time

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Flow states are characterized by intense concentration, a sense of personal control, and being fully immersed in a task. They occur when the challenge matches the individual's skill level.

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Flow states, as described by Csikszentmihalyi, are characterized by intense concentration, a sense of personal control, and a feeling of being fully immersed in a task. They occur when the challenge of the task matches the individual's skill level. Novices may find the same task stressful and frustrating, while individuals with proficiency at the task experience pleasure and fulfillment.

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