Hi Regan -

Interesting question.

I used to think that shining the purple helmet was a necessity to a session. Back then though, I was in a much different headspace.

My views on that changed, in part due to having a better understanding of myself and what I really wanted out of session. Which is definitely the energy/power exchange.

Another part that became very apparent - was who I was playing with, rather than what I was doing mattered a lot more when I realized what that exchange entailed in its best circumstances.

I do strive for a particular outcome now however. I enjoy seeing a genuine smile at the end of playtime, and strive to make that happen.