ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Embodied Embedded Cognition

Embodied embedded cognition is a way of looking at how our minds work. It suggests that instead of just being stored in our brains, our thoughts and behaviors are also connected to our physical body and the environment around us. For example, if you close your eyes and try to remember the smell of a rose, you'll likely have to imagine it. That's because the smell is not just stored in your head, it's also connected to the feeling of moving your hand through the soft petals or the look of the rose's delicate colors. By understanding how we think and act related to our bodies, environment, and things around us, we can better understand how we learn and make decisions.