Randy Armstrong's Key Ideas from Liminal Thinking
by Dave Gray

We form beliefs not from raw truth but through stories we tell ourselves—based on experiences, assumptions, and interpretations. Over time, these stories harden into “truths” we rarely revisit.

Once we accept something as true, it recedes into the background. These unquestioned beliefs form the foundation of our worldview, making it difficult to see alternatives—even when they’re right in front of us.

To shift your life, you must first become aware of the mental models guiding your decisions. Without awareness, you’re trapped in a self-reinforcing loop of thoughts, feelings, and actions.

Liminal space—the in-between—is where you let go of the old without yet grasping the new. It’s uncertain, often uncomfortable, but this is where deep change and creativity are born.

When you truly listen—with curiosity instead of judgment—you invite others into their own liminal space. This opens the door for transformation without confrontation.

The more certain you are, the less likely you are to change. Holding tightly to being “right” can actually limit growth, creativity, and connection with others.

Liminal thinkers don’t treat beliefs as fixed truths. They test, observe, and refine them like designers working on a prototype—open to change based on what they learn.

You don’t have to convince the world to change. Begin by shifting your own perspectives. When your mindset evolves, it naturally creates space for others to do the same.

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