Exploring the Psychological Depths of Liminal Spaces

In this episode of PsyberSpace, host Leslie Poston digs into the concept of liminal spaces — those transitional zones, both physical and psychological, where we feel suspended between the past and the future. The discussion explores various examples such as airports, traffic jams, dead malls, subways, hospitals, and even digital environments. These spaces challenge our sense of time, memory, and self, creating both potential for transformation and risks like anxiety and disorientation. By understanding and navigating these in-between moments, we can harness their power for creative breakthroughs and personal growth.

00:00 Introduction to Liminal Spaces
01:55 The Concept of Liminality
02:51 Modern Life and Liminality
04:06 Airports: The Ultimate Liminal Space
06:21 Dead Malls: Ghosts of Movement
08:42 Traffic and Transit: Daily Liminal Encounters
12:56 Hospitals and Hotels: Ambiguous Comfort
15:02 Digital Liminality: The Eternal Scroll
17:23 Psychological Implications of Liminal Spaces
22:23 Navigating Liminal Spaces
24:26 Conclusion: Embracing the In-Between

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