Liminal Being is a name rich with meaning for us, in complementary ways
Liminal Space: The term 'liminal' comes from the Latin word *limen*, meaning 'threshold.'
Liminal spaces are those transitional moments or places that exist between two states of being. Representing a period of transformation, where one phase ends, and another begins.
In the context of our brand, Liminal Being refers to those pivotal moments in life—such as the end of life or significant life changes—where individuals find themselves in a state of transition.
The work focuses on guiding and supporting people through these delicate and profound thresholds.
Being Present The word 'Being' emphasises the importance of presence, mindfulness, and existence. It speaks to the core of human experience, focusing on the essence of who we are, particularly in moments of change or uncertainty.
Liminal Being also reflects a philosophy of being fully present and engaged in these transformative moments, acknowledging the depth and significance of these experiences.
Together, Liminal Being captures the dual essence of guiding people through transitional phases while being fully present and supportive during these critical times.
It embodies both the journey and the state of mindfulness required to navigate life's most profound changes.
Liminal Being carries two connotations - anthropological / psychological and philosophical / metaphysical.
In anthropology and psychology, 'liminal' refers to the in-between or transitional state. A 'liminal being' in this sense is a person or entity existing between two different states, roles, or phases.
This could refer to someone undergoing a rite of passage, where they are no longer what they were but have not yet become what they will be. In psychological terms, it could also describe someone in a state of transition, grappling with significant change or transformation.
Philosophical and Metaphysical connotations have a more abstract or metaphysical meaning. Here, a 'liminal being' might be considered someone or something that exists on the threshold of two different realities or planes of existence. Involve a being or state that is not entirely of this world or is somehow connected to another realm, whether spiritual, supernatural, or otherwise beyond normal human experience.
Both connotations involve a sense of 'in-betweenness,' but one is more grounded in the tangible aspects of human experience and transition, while the other leans toward the more mystical or existential aspects of existence.
Life and Death. Death and Life. And all the liminal spaces of being in between.