In the discussion for Opposing Forces Create Liminal Space, I said liminal spaces are “when you know that what you thought was true isn't, but you don't yet have something to replace it.” This space is an opportunity to grow because you’re no longer constrained by something that isn’t true.
Putting myself in the liminal space mindset reminds me of your essay that I often think back, about the "moat of the newbie"
Yes!
Not my idea tho! I got it from Sasha Chapin who got it from Cate Hall. I think that was the chain.