WHAT IS ‘FLOW’? And How Can You Achieve It?
Rinehardt Family’s Favorite Fish Fry Recipe
Hillary started preparing fish this way over 20 years ago on a family trip to Marathon Key with John Sr. and the whole Rinehardt clan. The key is to use plain Panko breadcrumbs. It is healthier and tastier than deep- fried fish. The fish stays tender and flavorful inside the crispy coating. Serve with oven roasted potato wedges and plenty of fresh lemon wedges. You can dip the fish in your favorite tartar sauce or mix up the easy homemade recipe below. You can use this same preparation for chicken fingers or peeled slices of eggplant. Delicious!
We all have off days when we just can’t seem to bring ourselves to focus on the task at hand, whether that be typing up reports at work or fixing the fence in the backyard. While those days are certainly frustrating to endure, we rue them all the more because we know that on other days, we’re capable of tearing through our work like a well-sharpened machete tears through jungle vines. On those days, we are experiencing what psychologist Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi called “flow.” Flow is a real psychological phenomenon, in which we become so focused on the task at hand that the world around us simply melts away. Flow can occur during almost any activity, from writing a report to running a marathon. Whatever someone is doing when they experience flow, it tends to cause feelings of increased satisfaction and happiness. When flow happens in the workplace, it can lead to company loyalty and higher productivity from workers. That said, it’s rare that someone purposefully brings themselves to a point where they experience flow. More often than not, flow is something that simply happens rather than something that is fostered and practiced. Nevertheless, if you want to create circumstances where flow is more likely to happen, there are a few tips you can keep in mind. 1. Identify your passions, interests, and skills. You’re more likely to experience flow when you’re in the middle of an activity that you enjoy and that you’re good at. 2. Stretch your skill set. Flow often happens when we’re pushing or challenging ourselves. You don’t want to overwhelm yourself, but that sweet spot between “too easy” and “too hard” will be where the most flow moments are. 3. Have a clear goal in mind for the task and stay focused on the process of getting there. 4. Avoid interruptions. Anything that takes you away from the task at hand will disrupt your flow. Whatever it is you’re focused on today, this week, this month, or this year, we hope you experience as many moments of flow as possible!
INGREDIENTS • Canola oil, olive oil, or other vegetable oil • Flour, seasoned generously with salt and pepper • Fish fillets cut into 3–4- inch strips (any white fish will work) • 1 egg, lightly beaten with a splash of water in a shallow dish
• Japanese-style panko breadcrumbs • Salt and pepper to taste Easy Tartar Sauce • 1 cup of your favorite mayo • 1/4 cup sweet pickle relish • Juice of 1 lemon • Dash of cayenne pepper or dill (optional)
DIRECTIONS
1. Heat a frying pan (nonstick works best) over medium heat until hot. Add oil to coat the entire bottom of the pan. 2. Mix flour, salt, and pepper in a shallow dish or plastic bag. Dredge fish pieces in the seasoned flour, dusting off excess. 3. Dip the fish in the egg wash and then into the panko breadcrumbs, making sure the fish is well-coated. 4. When the oil is shimmering but not smoking, add the fish fillets to the pan, being careful not to over crowd. Cook for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown. Place on a baking sheet, season with salt and pepper, and continue cooking remaining fillets. 5. Keep warm in a 250 F oven until ready to serve and make tartar sauce if desired.
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