The Enactment Effect

The Enactment Effect is a psychological phenomenon where performing an action helps you remember it better than just reading or hearing about it. When you actively participate in an activity—like physically doing a task—you create stronger mental connections, making it easier to recall later. This effect is often observed in learning environments where physically enacting instructions or examples enhances memory retention compared to passive observation. Essentially, involvement in the activity enhances your encoding of the information, leading to improved recall.