otb practice suggestion

i was wondering what people think about the following idea for lower level players who are still learning: playing otb practice games backwards. that is, playing as white with the black pieces in front of you or vice versa.

i think this would be beneficial for a few reasons: it might help one to see the opponent's plans and threats easier as well as their weaknesses in their defenses; it might help with board vision in general. any comments or negatives to this approach?

I think any method of practicing that makes you look at the game from a different perspective is good, this one included.

no other comments on this technique?

I think it's a good idea, I thought about it once but Im not sure what effect it's goign to have on the player. maybe someone more knowledgeable can give better input

my father used to do this method, i thought i was the only one. my friends are not so sure but i have outgrown all of them chess wise that is