the condition of being is defined as the assumption of a category of identity. It could be said to be the role in a game and an example of beingness could b e one's own name. Another example would be one's profession. Another example would be one's physical characteristics. Each or all of these things could be called one's beingness. Beingness is assumed by oneself or given to one's self, or is attained. For example, in the playing of a game each player has his own beingness. —LifeOrientation Course Glossary, May 90