Bryan is working on his swimming pool because there are a lot of leaves floating on the top of the water. He enjoys the process of skimming the water with a net, and describes it as a meditative process. He gets fully engrossed in this serene activity, and sometimes feels detached and relaxed while he is doing it. Psychologists might refer to this state of serenity as

A. satiety.
B. flow.
C. tranquility.
D. drive.


Answer: B

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