The Flow Engine Framework: A cognitive model of optimal human experience
Author(s) / Creator(s)
Šimleša, Milija
Guegan, Jérôme
Blanchard, Edouard
Tarpin-Bernard, Franck
Buisine, Stéphanie
Abstract / Description
Flow is a well-known concept in the fields of positive and applied psychology. Examination of a large body of flow literature suggests there is a need for a conceptual model rooted in a cognitive approach to explain how this psychological phenomenon works. In this paper, we propose the Flow Engine Framework, a theoretical model explaining dynamic interactions between rearranged flow components and fundamental cognitive processes. Using an IPO framework (Inputs – Processes – Outputs) including a feedback process, we organize flow characteristics into three logically related categories: inputs (requirements for flow), mediating and moderating cognitive processes (attentional and motivational mechanisms) and outputs (subjective and objective outcomes), describing the process of the flow. Comparing flow with an engine, inputs are depicted as flow-fuel, core processes cylinder strokes and outputs as power created to provide motion.
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flow optimal experience flow components IPO model cognitive processes theoretical modelPersistent Identifier
Date of first publication
2018-03-12
Journal title
Europe's Journal of Psychology
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14
Issue
1
Page numbers
232–253
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PsychOpen GOLD
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publishedVersion
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peerReviewed
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Šimleša, M., Guegan, J., Blanchard, E., Tarpin-Bernard, F., & Buisine, S. (2018). The Flow Engine Framework: A cognitive model of optimal human experience. Europe's Journal of Psychology, 14(1), 232–253. https://doi.org/10.5964/ejop.v14i1.1370
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Author(s) / Creator(s)Šimleša, Milija
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Author(s) / Creator(s)Guegan, Jérôme
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Author(s) / Creator(s)Blanchard, Edouard
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Author(s) / Creator(s)Tarpin-Bernard, Franck
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Author(s) / Creator(s)Buisine, Stéphanie
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Date of first publication2018-03-12
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Abstract / DescriptionFlow is a well-known concept in the fields of positive and applied psychology. Examination of a large body of flow literature suggests there is a need for a conceptual model rooted in a cognitive approach to explain how this psychological phenomenon works. In this paper, we propose the Flow Engine Framework, a theoretical model explaining dynamic interactions between rearranged flow components and fundamental cognitive processes. Using an IPO framework (Inputs – Processes – Outputs) including a feedback process, we organize flow characteristics into three logically related categories: inputs (requirements for flow), mediating and moderating cognitive processes (attentional and motivational mechanisms) and outputs (subjective and objective outcomes), describing the process of the flow. Comparing flow with an engine, inputs are depicted as flow-fuel, core processes cylinder strokes and outputs as power created to provide motion.en_US
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Publication statuspublishedVersion
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Review statuspeerReviewed
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CitationŠimleša, M., Guegan, J., Blanchard, E., Tarpin-Bernard, F., & Buisine, S. (2018). The Flow Engine Framework: A cognitive model of optimal human experience. Europe's Journal of Psychology, 14(1), 232–253. https://doi.org/10.5964/ejop.v14i1.1370
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ISSN1841-0413
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Persistent Identifierhttps://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12034/1088
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Persistent Identifierhttps://doi.org/10.23668/psycharchives.1280
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Language of contenteng
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PublisherPsychOpen GOLD
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Is version ofhttps://doi.org/10.5964/ejop.v14i1.1370
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Keyword(s)flowen_US
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Keyword(s)optimal experienceen_US
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Keyword(s)flow componentsen_US
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Keyword(s)IPO modelen_US
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Keyword(s)cognitive processesen_US
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Keyword(s)theoretical modelen_US
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Dewey Decimal Classification number(s)150
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TitleThe Flow Engine Framework: A cognitive model of optimal human experienceen_US
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DRO typearticle
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Issue1
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Journal titleEurope's Journal of Psychology
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Page numbers232–253
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Volume14
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