When was the last time you played hide and seek?

How about we play it now?

This version is a little different.

It’s only between me and you, so make sure you’re alone.

Ready?

Ok.

I want you to close your eyes and count to 30.

Now I’m going to trust that you will close your eyes for 30 seconds.

When you open your eyes I want you to do something.

I want you to be the most honest, real, raw version of yourself.

I want you to remove every layer of political correctness.

I want you to remove every ounce of concern and fear.

And now, say out loud anything and everything you’re feeling in the moment.

It doesn’t matter what you say as long as you express every emotion you’re having.

You can also cry, laugh, yell, or whatever you choose to do.

Just take this brief opportunity to be 100% you.

How did it feel?

You see, so much of your day is spent with you being constrained.

Holding back how you really feel just so that you can navigate and protect your personal and professional relationships.

Think of this exercise as seeking and releasing your hiding self.

Use it as a mental shower.

A quick refreshing moment in your day that allows you to be truly you before you step in to all the other roles you have to play.