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30 Unsettling But Intriguing Pics Of "Liminal Spaces"
CuriositiesSEP 6, 2023

30 Unsettling But Intriguing Pics Of "Liminal Spaces"

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Have you ever heard of liminal anxiety? Well, if not, just know that the phenomenon arises from the uncertainty and discomfort experienced in "liminal" spaces. Derived from the Latin word "limen," meaning threshold, liminality describes the ambiguity and disorientation one feels when standing at the precipice of change, whether it's a life transition, cultural shift, or personal transformation.
For a lot of people, this form of anxiety is heightened by the absence of familiar reference points, leading to feelings of simply being… lost. Still, liminal anxiety, though uncomfortable, can also be seen as a transformative force of some sorts, and the Instagram page by the name of “Liminal Anxiety” does exactly that by posting interesting photos of liminal spaces.

#1 Where Am I?

Where Am I?
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#2 For What Would You Ride This?

For What Would You Ride This?
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#3 Skiing Down There…

Skiing Down There…
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Liminal spaces have always had sort of a peculiar allure to them. For example, picture an empty, dimly lit hallway in a long-abandoned hotel, a silent playground at twilight, or maybe even an old stairwell that seems to lead to nowhere. These settings might conjure feelings of eerie nostalgia, as though they belong to forgotten fragments of dreams.

#4 What Did You Order?

What Did You Order?
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#5 I Don‘T Want To Dream

I Don‘T Want To Dream
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#6 You Look Fine

You Look Fine
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The Instagram page "Liminal Anxiety" captures the essence of these places that we mentioned before, presenting its followers with an array of images that not only invite contemplation but also challenge the viewer's understanding of time and place in today's modern, yet hectic world.

#7 Chair

Chair
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#8 Going For A Walk

Going For A Walk
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#9 What Would You Do Here?

What Would You Do Here?
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The reception to the "Liminal Anxiety" Instagram page has been a blend of nostalgia, intrigue, and at times, unease (which makes sense given the page's name). Many followers have expressed how they feel an uncanny connection to these places, despite never having been there. Comments like "This feels oddly familiar" or "Why does this give me such intense deja vu?" can be found under the majority of posts.

#10 The Pepsi Rooms

The Pepsi Rooms
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#11 Who Would U Call?

Who Would U Call?
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#12 Where Does This Stair Lead To?

Where Does This Stair Lead To?
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Though the feelings evoked by these spaces can be unsettling, they also hold profound potential for growth. By confronting the unfamiliar and the unknown, we can pave the way for introspection and self-discovery. This form of discomfort, paradoxically, can act as a catalyst for change whether it would be your most inner world or just your everyday life.

#13 Inside Or Outside?

Inside Or Outside?
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#14 Liminal Anxiety

Liminal Anxiety
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#15 Abandoned City Island In Japan

Abandoned City Island In Japan
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#16 Do We Know This Place?

Do We Know This Place?
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#17 Let‘S Take A Bath

Let‘S Take A Bath
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30 Unsettling But Intriguing Pics Of "Liminal Spaces"
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#19 Would U Enter?

Would U Enter?
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#20 Enter The Tunnel

Enter The Tunnel
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