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360 - John Vervaeke - The Cognitive Science of Ritual
The Symbolic World
Rituals Shape Learning Environments
Ritual extends beyond mere events and encompasses the organization of space, which significantly influences memory and learning. The brain functions as a dynamic agent, linking memories with the contexts of spatial and temporal organization. A study highlighted that individuals recall information better in the same environment where they learned it, demonstrating the importance of context. This relationship emphasizes the cognitive process of encoding specificity and transfer appropriate processing, wherein the brain actively attempts to match individual experiences to situational contexts for effective learning. Thus, understanding and structuring environments is vital for enhancing one's mnemonic capabilities.
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