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Dr Sue Jackson

Sue is an experienced psychologist and expert in flow and high performance.

Sue Jackson is a performance psychologist with a passion for Flow—the optimal psychological state popularly known as being in the zone. Sue has a background of researching the flow concept for over 25 years, and the combination of her research, writing, and applied work with high-level performers from many different domains has helped to make the flow state both understandable and accessible to al

l, from weekend warriors to Olympic champions. You can find links to her first book on flow, Flow in Sports, co-authored with the founder of flow, Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi, and to her recently released book, Experiencing Flow: Life Beyond Boredom and Anxiety, at her website, www.bodyandmindflow.com.au

If you want to develop your ability to be totally present in your work and life, contact Sue regarding her performance psychology consulting, mindfulness workshops and classes, all tailored to meet your individual or corporate goals.

05/07/2025

Great IPPA World Congress here in Brisbane this week. The program was jam-packed full of quality and I learnt a lot, both from presentations and interactions with fellow Congress attendees. Grateful for the opportunity to give a keynote presentation on Flow, where I shared some ideas on why this optimal psychological state matters in living a good life.

02/05/2025

Why does Flow Matter in Positive Psychology?

I’m pleased to share that I’ll be a keynote speaker at the IPPA World Congress 2025, to be held in Brisbane from July 2–5. This international gathering, hosted by the International Positive Psychology Association, brings together researchers, practitioners, and those passionate about human flourishing.

In my keynote, I’ll explore the topic of Why Flow Matters in Positive Psychology—a subject close to my heart and one that offers valuable insights into how we can support well-being in meaningful, evidence-based ways.

For more details or to register, visit the official congress website: https://ippaworldcongress.org/
I look forward to connecting with colleagues and contributing to this vibrant exchange of ideas.

22/04/2025

Flow—the state of total immersion in performance, can happen when challenge and skill are in perfect balance—too little challenge leads to boredom; too much leads to anxiety. The key is to find your Flow Edge, where your skills stretch you to meet a high challenge. It is a fine edge between being bored and being overwhelmed.

For the past 17 years, I’ve helped people understand and experience the optimal psychological state of flow through Body and Mind Flow. As my work has increasingly focused on high-performance consulting, I’m excited to continue this journey at www.drsuejackson.com, a space that better represents this evolution, and where I will be focusing my work on helping individuals to find their flow edge.
Want to access flow more often? Set clear goals, seek immediate feedback, and adjust the difficulty of tasks to stay in that sweet spot between comfort and challenge. I look forward to continue to share with you ways you can Find Your Flow Edge in your performances and in life.

29/01/2025

Enjoyable conversation with Dr. Foojan Zeine, on flow experience and how we can find flow in our lives.

11/12/2024

“Flow creates growth through complexity: becoming uniquely yourself while connecting deeply with experience.”

For those who prefer to listen to their books, the audiobook version of my recently published, Experiencing Flow: Life Beyond Boredom and Anxiety, is now available on all major audiobook platforms. It was a fun new challenge recording my book. I had to apply what I’ve learnt through flow psychology to remain focused on the task and not get caught up in self-evaluations while in a new environment of a recording studio.

30/11/2024

I really enjoyed my conversation with Henny Flynn, “Achieving Flow: Mindful Purpose in Modern Life”. Henny is similarly passionate about flow state and we explore in our conversation what flow is, how it is an accessible state, and why it matters to have flow experiences. It was a very interesting conversation, tapping into Henny’s own work with tapping into flow through journalling, and self-compassion.

28/11/2024

For 35 years, I've studied the question: What is the key to overcoming performance struggles like boredom and anxiety? The answer? Flow. After decades of researching this optimal state alongside world-leading experts, I'm sharing everything I've learned about accessing flow in your daily life.
Black Friday Special: Get "Experiencing Flow: Life Beyond Boredom and Anxiety" at a special discount on Kindle.
Transform your experience. Master your attention. Find your flow.

20/11/2024

For a limited time, get yourself a copy of the Kindle version of my recently published book, Experiencing Flow: Life Beyond Boredom and Anxiety, at a Black Friday special price. Experiencing Flow is a handbook based on 35 years of experience helping people reach their goals, develop a growth mindset, and find effortless concentration. Order now on Amazon (globally).

10/11/2024

Hard to top Cold Play last night but this morning’s walk around the northern beaches headland from Sandy Bay to Forty Baskets with Kathy was memorable too.

09/10/2024

I enjoyed my recent podcast with Kim Olver from for her podcast Life = Choices. Kim and I shared some common interests and background, and this helped to create an engaging conversation about flow and how to make it more likely to show up in our lives.

03/10/2024

🌟 Exciting News from Dr. Sue Jackson! 🌟

Dr. Susan Jackson, Consultant Psychologist at Lilley Place and expert in Sport and Exercise Psychology, was recently featured on the 'Life=Choices; Choices=Life Podcast' with host Kim Olver! 🎙️

In this insightful episode, Sue shares her deep knowledge on the flow state, a concept pioneered by her close collaborator Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi. 💡 They discuss what flow is, why it matters, and how we can cultivate it in our lives to enhance performance and well-being. 🌊

Sue also talks about her Amazon #1 bestselling book, Experiencing Flow: Life Beyond Boredom and Anxiety, and what inspired her to write it. 📖

Tune in for an engaging conversation packed with practical tips on finding your own flow!

🎧 Listen here: Podcast Link - https://player.captivate.fm/episode/c298a67d-6d0e-4096-b474-c943f594e315/
🔗 Episode details: Web Page - https://life-choices.captivate.fm/episode/susan-jackson/
🔊 Direct audio: Audio File - https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/845cd3da-1809-45bf-82fc-dcb98e41a210/Episode-221-Flow-with-Dr-Sue-Jackson-converted.mp3

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