the body as a site of knowledge

The body as a site of knowledge means that our physical experiences, sensations, and movements provide important information about ourselves and the world. Our muscles, skin, and senses collect data that help us understand our environment, manage challenges, and develop self-awareness. For example, feeling warmth or pain signals needs or dangers, while posture and movement reveal our physical state and habits. This perspective appreciates that knowledge isn't only found through thinking or reading but is also embodied—rooted in our physical being—shaping how we learn, adapt, and navigate life.