Välillisyyskeskisyys

Välillisyyskeskisyys is a Finnish term that translates roughly to "mediacy-centrism" or "interstitial-centrism." It describes a phenomenon or perspective where the focus is placed on the intermediary or transitional stages, rather than the beginning, end, or central point of a process or concept. This can be applied to various fields, including sociology, philosophy, and even artistic expression.

In sociological contexts, välillisyyskeskisyys might refer to the importance of the social processes and relationships that occur between individuals or groups, rather than solely examining the individuals themselves or the final outcome of their interactions. It emphasizes the "in-between" spaces and the dynamics that shape them.

Philosophically, it can relate to an understanding of existence or knowledge that prioritizes the intermediate steps of reasoning or development. Instead of seeking definitive truths or origins, this perspective finds meaning and understanding in the processes of becoming and transition.

In artistic terms, välillisyyskeskisyys could manifest as a focus on the creative process, the evolution of an idea, or the transitional elements within a work of art, such as the buildup to a climax or the lingering effects of a particular scene. It highlights the journey and the in-between moments as significant in themselves. The concept encourages a shift in attention from static endpoints to dynamic, ongoing processes.