# Cognitive Packet Lifecycle

> From context to reusable memory.

## Stages

1. Capture.
2. Normalize.
3. Govern.
4. Serialize.
5. Teach.
6. Execute.
7. Evaluate.
8. Retire or promote.

## Invariant

Every stage keeps three questions visible:

- Who said this?
- What is it allowed to affect?
- When does it stop being valid?

## Outcome states

A packet can remain active, be retired, be promoted to durable memory, or be routed to review when the allowed-use boundary is unclear.