Embodied Cognition
Embodied cognition argues that our minds aren't just in our brains; our bodies influence our thinking. It suggests our thoughts, emotions and decisions are shaped by our physical actions, bodily sensations, or environment. For example, people may understand and respond quicker to phrases like "catching a cold" or "breaking the ice" because they involve physical actions. This challenges traditional views that the mind operates independently of the body.
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Embodied cognition is the idea that our thoughts and understanding are deeply connected to our physical bodies and experiences. Rather than just using our minds to process information, we also rely on sensory experiences, movements, and interactions with our environment. For example, learning often involves physical activities, like using gestures or manipulating objects. This approach suggests that our cognitive processes are shaped by our bodily experiences, meaning that thinking isn’t just something that happens in our heads, but in how we engage with the world around us.