👉 Cocooning is a concept in philosophy, psychology, and neuroscience that refers to the internalization of an external stimulus or experience within oneself. It involves the integration of one's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors into a more developed state of consciousness, where these experiences become a part of the individual's identity and life experiences. In other words, cocooning is the process by which individuals grow up and develop their own sense of self, independent from external influences or conditioning. It involves a deep