Summary of Steven Kotler’s The Rise of Superman

The Rise of Superman: Decoding the Science of Ultimate Human Performance (2014) is a psychology and self-help book about realizing our true potential through the power of flow – a state of consciousness characterized by total immersion in an activity. American author Steven Kotler explains how flow has enabled extreme athletes to push the boundaries of human potential. He investigates the neuroscience behind flow, its different characteristics, and how to trigger it. With this knowledge, we can learn how to effortlessly enter this state of mind, thus significantly enhancing our performance and living up to our true potential.