I run an exercise in a class called “I Am, but I am not.” The goal of the exercise is to collect anonymous information from students and then work on how we would coach or help students in those situations. It is an exercise in understanding that what we “see” in a person may not be what is going on deep down. As a professor, this exercise has shaken me to my core from some of the responses. Students have told me that this exercise changed how they look at their roles as future coaches and mentors.
I wanted to expand on that concept and use anonymous information in future blogs, videos, and podcasts. Ultimately, I think I would like to put a book together with the anonymous submissions. I am not sure how that would look yet, but I think it could be an amazing project. If you would like to participate, please fill out the form below. I do not use all submissions, but I ask that you consider this seriously. Here are some past examples to help motivate you:
- I am a former athlete, but I am not a quitter.
- I am a nice guy, but I am not a doormat.
- I am successful, but I am not motivated.
- I am single, but I am not alone.