Page No 189-198
Fakir M. Sahoo
Xavier Institute of Management, Bhubaneswar
The article presents flow model as an integrative framework of conceptualizing and
operationalizing positive work focus resulting in psychological well-being. Flow is defined
as a state of absorption in the work process. It is precipitated by conditions of perceived
ability and challenging tasks. High levels of concentration, lack of self-awareness,
and transformation of time constitute its distinguishing features. Flow is facilitated by
states of intrinsic motivation, signature strength and autotelic personality. Since health
and well-being in the workplace have become major concern in contemporary life,
an empirical investigation was undertaken to examine the association between flow
experience and workplace well-being. The study involved 240 managers from software
organizations in and around the city of Bhubaneswar. The study adopted 2 (sex) x 2
(flow level) design where male and female managers were crossed with two levels of
flow experience. Major hypotheses relating to the positive association between flow
and well-being were supported.