What is it and how it makes the brain work smarter
Metacognition literally means “thinking about one’s own thinking.” It’s the set of skills and processes that lets one monitor, evaluate, and control their own cognitive activity.
For example; reading a paragraph and noticing we don’t understand it. Then, deciding to re-read it, and checking later if we remember it.
According to ResearchGate, the term ‘Metacognition’ was popularized by John H. Flavell in the 1970s.
While metacognition may sound abstract, its benefits for the brain, and everyday life, are widely documented in scientific research. Studies consistently show that people with stronger metacognitive skills learn better, make wiser decisions, regulate emotions more effectively, and adapt faster to complex situations. Below are some of its science backed benefits:
