Flowbeweging

Flowbeweging is a Dutch term describing a loosely defined set of initiatives, theories, and projects that aim to foster flow—a state of deep immersion and optimal experience—across activities such as work, study, sport, and art. The term translates roughly as "flow movement" and is formed from flow and beweging ("movement"). It is not a single, centralized organization; rather, it is used by various groups, researchers, and practitioners in the Netherlands and Flanders to describe efforts to design environments and practices that promote sustained attention, a balance between skill and challenge, and clear feedback.

Within flowbeweging, common approaches include redesigning work and learning environments to minimize unnecessary interruptions, structuring tasks to align challenge with ability, and providing immediate feedback. Proponents draw on the psychological concept of flow developed by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi, emphasizing intrinsic motivation and engagement.

Critics note that the term can be vague and that implementing flow-oriented designs may conflict with other goals such as collaboration, equity, or privacy. The effectiveness of flow-focused interventions often depends on context, including individual differences and organizational culture. Related concepts include flow in psychology, productivity design, ergonomics, and user experience.