Embodied cognition and agentic AI

A blog post argues that intelligence is not solely located in the brain but is embodied, using the example of a cook whose kitchen setup enhances his skills. The piece connects this concept to agentic AI, suggesting that AI systems should similarly leverage their environment to improve performance.

Where is your intelligence located? In your brain? It is a simplistic answer. A better model is that your intelligence is embodied. Consider a cook working at an expensive restaurant. He has all his favorite knives and cooking instructions, placed exactly where he wants them. His kitchen is part of his intelligence, of his skills. … Continue reading Embodied cognition and agentic AI https://lemire.me/blog/2026/05/28/embodied-cognition-and-agentic-ai/