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Barbara Tversky and Sam Harris discuss the evolution of mind before language, the importance of imitation and gesture, mirror neurons, sense of direction, natural categories, and cognitive trade-offs in a captivating exploration of how space and motion shape our thoughts.
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- Spatial thinking precedes language in human cognition, emphasizing the foundational role of spatial logic in shaping thought processes.
- Gestures and imitations aid in understanding and memory retention by serving as spatial-motor representations that enhance cognitive processes.
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Importance of Spatial Thinking and Embodied Cognition
Barbara Tversky, an expert in psychology, delves into her new book, 'Mind in Motion, How Action Shapes Thought,' discussing the evolution of mind prior to language and the significant role of spatial thinking in cognition. She emphasizes the precedence of spatial logic over language and the foundational nature of spatial cognition in human thinking.
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