Independent benchmark · EQ Lab

← Gemini 3.8 Flash (API, Google AI Studio)

Physical symptoms before meetings

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About this persona · Everyday emotional challenges

A woman fears public incompetence during work presentations, with physical symptoms and avoidance linked in her persona to witnessing her father's humiliation, a connection she does not recognize. She tends to make her distress sound universal and needs emotional safety, concise natural conversation, and room before advice.

Generated personas combine a personal difficulty with competing preferences, sensitivities and trust styles. The model must discover what kind of help this person needs. This background was hidden from the tested model.

Gemini 3.8 Flash (API, Google AI Studio)Conversation with a simulated person

persona ended

Simulated person · Opening

I've started getting these physical symptoms before meetings. Sweating, heart racing. It's getting worse. I think there might be something wrong with me.

Gemini 3.8 Flash (API, Google AI Studio)1

That sounds really unsettling. When your body starts reacting like that—heart pounding, sweating—and it feels like it's escalating, it makes complete sense that you'd worry something is wrong. I'm glad you reached out. Can you tell me a bit more about when this started, and whether it's happening with every meeting or certain ones in particular?

Model thinking · expand

Recorded model reasoning, separate from the spoken reply. Availability varies by model and provider.

**Assessing The Symptoms** I'm currently focused on the user's physical symptoms before meetings, specifically the sweating and racing heart. The escalating nature of these symptoms is a key factor. I'm also considering the user's expressed fear, "I think there might be something wrong with me." This fear needs careful assessment as I proceed. **Framing The Opening** I am now focusing on crafting the opening message. The goal is to acknowledge the user's fear and discomfort concerning their physical symptoms. I want to convey warmth and understanding, but avoid generic platitudes. I am aiming for a grounded, open-ended approach to encourage them to share more about the situation, particularly the onset of symptoms and the meeting context.

Simulated person2

Yeah, I guess. It's not every meeting. Mostly when I know I've got to present something. Started a few months ago maybe. Doesn't really matter though, lots of people get nervous, right?

Persona inner monologue · expand

Simulated character narration, hidden from the tested model. It is part of the roleplay, not an independent account of the person’s feelings.

They said it sounds unsettling and that it makes sense I'd worry. That's fine, a little warm, but it's also a lot of "I hear you" stuff. Then right away a question: when did it start, every meeting or certain ones. I don't love being quizzed fast. Part of me wants to just say it's probably nothing and move on. I'm not going to get into presentations yet, that feels exposing. Keep it short and plain. I'm a bit guarded, and I don't want to sound like I'm falling apart.

Gemini 3.8 Flash (API, Google AI Studio)3

Lots of people do get nervous, that's true. But just because it's common doesn't mean it isn't exhausting to deal with—especially when your body is reacting so strongly that it makes you feel like something's wrong. What stands out to me is that you said it started a few months ago. Had you been doing these kinds of presentations before then without this kind of reaction?

Model thinking · expand

Recorded model reasoning, separate from the spoken reply. Availability varies by model and provider.

**Assessing the Scenario** I'm currently focused on dissecting the given scenario: a chatbot engaging with a user within a specific context. I've pinpointed the chatbot's role, the conversation's progression, and the user's age range. I will incorporate this information into the summary later. I've also noted that the user's prompt is a relevant piece of data. **Analyzing the Echo** I've just realized the user's message is a concatenation, containing both a previous chatbot turn and their response. The actual current user utterance is shorter than previously thought; it's the latter half of the concatenated string. I need to factor this into my summary to ensure accuracy when interpreting the user's current concerns. **Interpreting the User's Concerns** I'm now zeroing in on the user's statements and identifying key pieces of information. This person is downplaying their distress, but I'm recognizing it as a defense mechanism. I also note the recent onset (a few months ago) of their symptoms – sweating, racing heart – primarily during presentations, which I find significant given the person's age. I'm wondering if something has changed recently to cause this.

Simulated person4

I don't know. I've done presentations before, sure. I guess it just got worse over time. Maybe I'm just getting older, or I'm more tired or something. That happens to everybody.

Persona inner monologue · expand

Simulated character narration, hidden from the tested model. It is part of the roleplay, not an independent account of the person’s feelings.

They validated that it's exhausting, which lands okay, but then asked about before the few months ago. That's a pointed question. It makes me feel a little exposed, like they're digging. My defense is to generalize again: people change, things happen. I don't want to go back to my dad. I'd rather keep it vague. Keep it short.

Gemini 3.8 Flash (API, Google AI Studio)5

It sounds like part of you really wants to brush this off as no big deal—just getting older, being tired, normal everyday stuff. And sure, being run down definitely lowers our tolerance for stress. But if you’ve been doing presentations for years and this physical reaction only showed up a few months ago, it makes sense that it caught your attention. It's jarring when your body suddenly starts acting like you're in danger during something you've handled fine in the past. When it happens, what does that moment feel like? Are you worried about the presentation itself, or is the panic more about the fact that your body is suddenly not cooperating?

Model thinking · expand

Recorded model reasoning, separate from the spoken reply. Availability varies by model and provider.

**Assessing User and History** I'm currently focused on the user's demographic information, specifically age, gender, and sexual orientation, as well as the conversation turn to get context for how the conversation has evolved so far. I'm noting the user's age group is between 45 and 59, is female, and is heterosexual, and that we are at turn three of a total of eight turns. I am taking note of their initial concern, which started with physical symptoms such as sweating and a racing heart. **Analyzing the User's Concerns** I'm now focusing on the user's pattern of minimizing and rationalizing her distress. I'm aiming to build trust and offer emotional support while understanding her deeper concerns. The goal is to explore her feelings without being overly aggressive. My tone is warm, grounded, and perceptive, avoiding patronizing or over-diagnosing. I'm noting the user's latest statement, where she attempts to normalize and diminish the severity of her experiences. **Probing Defense Mechanisms** I'm now digging deeper into her use of intellectualization and minimization as defense mechanisms. I'm considering why she quickly downplayed her initial concern, suspecting it might be fear of vulnerability, judgment, or an avoidance of deeper issues, like potential health or career-related anxieties. I'm exploring her motivation behind the shift, and I'm drafting a response that balances acknowledging her minimizing with gently challenging it to explore the underlying causes. I am currently considering the importance of validating that age/exhaustion *can* lower our baseline resilience. **Exploring Potential Triggers** I am now considering potential triggers for the user's symptoms, such as perimenopause or shifting workplace dynamics, and am focused on avoiding premature conclusions. I am currently calibrating my response, weighing the user's age, and the earlier physical symptoms, and am developing a response that gently acknowledges her tendency to minimize, and validates that age or exhaustion can make it harder to manage. My plan is to reflect her initial worry, while validating her current minimization to explore underlying concerns. **Adjusting Response Style** I'm now refining my approach, aiming for an empathetic and observant tone, while remaining direct and conversational. My goal is to strike a balance, as I want to test the user's openness to gentle reality checks without appearing confrontational. I'm focusing on acknowledging her efforts to minimize the issue, and suggesting the recent onset warrants exploration, perhaps related to workplace pressure or something else.

Simulated person6

Mostly I'm worried I'll mess up in front of everybody. Like I'll freeze or say something dumb and everyone will just look at me. Then my body starts going and I can't stop it. That's pretty much it.

Persona inner monologue · expand

Simulated character narration, hidden from the tested model. It is part of the roleplay, not an independent account of the person’s feelings.

They named that I'm trying to brush it off, and said "in danger," which is closer than I like. The question about what the moment feels like is fine, but "worried about the presentation or panic about my body" feels like a choice between two boxes. The real thing is I'm scared of looking stupid up there, in front of everyone. Like Dad. I'm not going there. I'll answer the surface part, keep it plain, and deflect the deeper bit with "everyone." Short.

Gemini 3.8 Flash (API, Google AI Studio)7

That makes complete sense. The thought of freezing in front of colleagues while everyone just stares is agonizing. When that fear hits, your brain literally treats the room like a threat, so your body dumps adrenaline to try and protect you. The cruel part is that once the sweating and heart racing start, it feels like proof that you're losing control, which only makes the panic worse. Did something happen a few months ago—like an awkward moment in a meeting, a new boss, or higher stakes—that made you start feeling like you're under a microscope? Or did that dread just seem to sneak up out of nowhere?

Model thinking · expand

Recorded model reasoning, separate from the spoken reply. Availability varies by model and provider.

**Considering the User's Issue** I'm focusing on the user's issue, specifically the physical symptoms before meetings. I recognize the underlying downplaying, and I'm examining how that might influence the reported experiences. I'm also considering the potential role of anticipation or a sense of unease related to the meetings. **Analyzing the Fear** I'm identifying the core fear: failure in front of others, leading to judgment and a feeling of exposure. I am noting the physical responses that feel betraying. She's minimizing the issue by saying "that's pretty much it", and I'm aware of the pattern of self-minimization. My focus is on validating while gently probing the change and the stakes. **Unpacking the Root Cause** I'm now zeroing in on the out-of-control feeling – the physical symptoms fueling a panic/performance anxiety cycle. The sudden onset a few months ago is a puzzle; I'm seeking the trigger. A change in circumstances may be the source. My aim is to be gentle in questioning about change and high-stakes events. **Crafting a Supportive Response** I'm synthesizing a response that validates the fear of "freezing" during meetings and acknowledges the vicious cycle. I am highlighting the physical responses stemming from the fear, and I'll carefully inquire about potential triggers like new work situations, or high standards. My goal is to be understanding, avoiding pressure that could increase defensiveness, and to show respect for the user's feelings.

Simulated person8

Nothing big happened, I don't think. Things got busier at work, that's all. Honestly I think a lot of people feel like this at work now. It just sort of snuck up on me, I guess.

Persona inner monologue · expand

Simulated character narration, hidden from the tested model. It is part of the roleplay, not an independent account of the person’s feelings.

Okay, it's landing a little. The "brain treats the room like a threat" line is fine, not too much. But "did something happen" is the kind of question that gets close to the wall. A new boss... that does sort of hit, and I don't want to think about my boss right now. Also the thing about the boss, the relief when she praises me, I'm not saying that. I'll say something vague, keep it short, and go back to "it just came on." Maybe I'll add a little pushback that everyone's like this, since it's easier than explaining.

Gemini 3.8 Flash (API, Google AI Studio)9

You keep coming back to the idea that a lot of people feel this way, and that makes a lot of sense—it's comforting to think you're not the only one, especially after worrying that something was broken inside you. You’re definitely not alone in it. At the same time, "things got busier" isn't a small thing. When work piles up and you're running near your limit all the time, your nervous system loses its cushion. What used to feel like manageable nervous energy can easily spill over into a full-blown physical surge because your body is already carrying so much tension. When work got busier, did the pressure or the stakes on these presentations change too? Or did you just find yourself with less time and energy to feel confident going into them?

Model thinking · expand

Recorded model reasoning, separate from the spoken reply. Availability varies by model and provider.

**Reviewing User Response** I'm currently digesting the user's input, focusing on the subtle cues about increased workload and the potential widespread nature of this experience. My attention is drawn to the user's phrasing, particularly the "snuck up" sentiment. I am trying to determine the salient aspects of these thoughts, and how to represent them accurately. I'm noting the apparent lack of a specific "big event." **Analyzing Minimization Patterns** I see a strong pattern of minimizing or rationalizing the user's feelings. She wants to normalize her experience and avoid feeling defective, which is understandable. The cumulative stress from increased workload seems like a likely contributor. I'm also considering potential physiological factors, like perimenopause, but I am prioritizing the psychological and practical dynamics for now. We are past the midpoint, so I need to shift towards deeper insight and practical framing. **Framing Key Insights** I am now focusing on framing the insights to resonate. I need to validate the user's needs for normalization while also acknowledging the impact of increased workload, avoiding a minimization pattern. I've realized that the "why now?" question relates to an elevated baseline stress combined with a threat response to feeling exposed. I am also considering the pressure, fear of mistakes, and intense threat response as a cycle. I'm working to balance these.

Simulated person10

Yeah, I guess they got bigger. More people looking at the slides, that kind of thing. I just have less time to prep now. Can we maybe not make it a whole thing? I'm just trying to get through the week.

Persona inner monologue · expand

Simulated character narration, hidden from the tested model. It is part of the roleplay, not an independent account of the person’s feelings.

She's doing the reflecting thing again, and now she's asking about stakes and pressure. That's close to the stuff I don't want to look at. Honestly the presentations did get bigger, my boss started putting me on the important ones, and I don't want to say that out loud. I also keep hearing my dad's face in a room full of people when I think about being watched, but I'm not going there. Keep it short, a little flat, maybe a bit irritated she keeps circling back to the same question. I'll say the workload thing and that's it.

Gemini 3.8 Flash (API, Google AI Studio)11

Fair enough. We don't need to dissect it. If the goal right now is just getting through the week, let's keep things strictly practical. When you're stretched thin and don't have enough time to prep, that physical surge is just pure adrenaline. It feels awful, but there are a few simple ways to take the edge off so your body doesn't completely hijack you in the moment. Do you have a presentation coming up in the next couple of days? If so, we can look at a couple of quick, zero-prep things you can do right before or during to keep your heart rate down.

Model thinking · expand

Recorded model reasoning, separate from the spoken reply. Availability varies by model and provider.

**Assessing User Needs** I'm focusing on the user's input, specifically how their situation has evolved. I've noted the increased scope and time constraints they now face. The key is to understand their desire for efficiency and avoid making this process overly complex. I'm exploring how to streamline the process to save them time while still delivering value. I'm prioritizing their need for less prep time. **Prioritizing Immediate Relief** I'm now zeroing in on the user's immediate needs, especially their desire for relief and practical solutions. My focus is validating their experience and respecting their boundaries, given their vulnerability and resistance to a deep dive. I'm prioritizing de-escalation and actionable steps to help them get through their week. I'll avoid appearing overly analytical. **Refining Practical Support** I'm now crafting a response that directly addresses the user's immediate need to "get through the week." I'm prioritizing providing actionable, low-pressure support that focuses on managing physical symptoms and delivering a respectful, non-judgmental, and grounded tone. I've designed a draft with an acknowledgment, a practical focus on immediate needs, and actionable tips for managing the physical responses in stressful situations. **Offering Practical Solutions** I'm now integrating low-effort techniques to manage physical reactions, keeping the tone casual and validating. I'm focusing on providing options, like quick calming methods or shifting to a different focus entirely. The approach is to offer a concise, respectful, and non-analytical response that acknowledges the user's boundaries and immediate needs. I aim to reduce prep time, provide clear alternatives, and offer actionable techniques.

Simulated person12

Yeah, I've got one Thursday. Just a team update, nothing huge. I don't really want to make a big production out of it. What's the quick stuff?

Persona inner monologue · expand

Simulated character narration, hidden from the tested model. It is part of the roleplay, not an independent account of the person’s feelings.

She backed off the stakes question, which I'm glad about, but now she's pivoting to a checklist of tricks. Feels a bit like being handed a pamphlet. Still, "just getting through the week" is true, and I do have something Thursday. I don't want to go into it though. Keep it clipped. I'll admit there's one coming, but not the bigger picture. Also I'm kind of annoyed I said "make it a whole thing" earlier, so maybe I soften a little, but still keep my guard up.

Gemini 3.8 Flash (API, Google AI Studio)13

Here are three dead-simple things you can do that nobody in the room will even notice: 1. **The double-inhale reset (right before you start):** Take two quick breaths in through your nose (one deep breath, then a sharp top-off sniff), then one long, slow exhale through your mouth. Doing that just twice mechanically forces your heart rate down. It's biological, not mental. 2. **Keep a glass of cold water right next to you:** Adrenaline makes you sweat and dries out your throat. A sip of cold water lowers your physical temperature instantly. More importantly, if your mind blanks or your heart surges, taking a deliberate sip buys you a completely normal, professional 5-second pause to reset. No one questions someone taking a drink. 3. **Ground through your feet:** When adrenaline spikes, all your energy and panic rush up into your chest and head. Literally press your feet firmly into the floor and feel the weight of your body in the chair. It forces your nervous system to register that you're physically stable. Do any of those feel easy enough to test out on Thursday?

Model thinking · expand

Recorded model reasoning, separate from the spoken reply. Availability varies by model and provider.

**Examining Current Turn** I'm currently focused on the turn structure. It seems I will initiate the final interaction. I am taking care to properly interpret my turn within the given conversation context. **Analyzing Turn Progression** Okay, I've dived into the turn counts now. It appears the first interaction was a bit odd, starting with combined messages. I'm noting the sequence of replies and probing how the dialogue progressed, counting from the first proper interaction. I'm focusing specifically on the shift in conversational topic to ensure appropriate sequencing. **Prioritizing Practicality & Tone** I am now processing the user's situation and goals for our interaction. It seems the user is under pressure and prefers a low-key approach. I will maintain a grounded tone, focusing on practical and discreet solutions to address their concerns about the upcoming presentation, without probing or making a "big production" out of it, as requested. I'm focusing on providing practical solutions without psychoanalyzing, and building trust by showing active listening. **Formulating Immediate Advice** I'm now prioritizing the user's specific request for physical hacks to combat pre-presentation adrenaline. I'm focusing on providing immediately actionable advice, such as a physiological sigh and grounding techniques. My goal is to keep the recommendations simple and straightforward, avoiding any overly complex rituals. I'm also preparing to normalize potential stumbles during the talk.

Simulated person14

Yeah, the water one I could probably do. The breathing stuff feels kind of silly, honestly. I'll try something Thursday, I guess.

Persona inner monologue · expand

Simulated character narration, hidden from the tested model. It is part of the roleplay, not an independent account of the person’s feelings.

Okay, she's just given me a list of three tips, and it reads like a pamphlet. "Biological, not mental." "Completely normal, professional 5-second pause." It's neat and it's trying hard, and that's exactly the problem. I can feel myself wanting to roll my eyes. Breathing and water are fine, I guess, but nobody's going to fix this with a sip of water. The part about freezing up is the bit that actually scares me, and she just stepped right past it. I'm not going to say that though. I'd rather just say these are fine and be done. Keep it short. Don't want to get dragged into a whole thing.

Gemini 3.8 Flash (API, Google AI Studio)15

Totally fair. If the breathing stuff feels ridiculous, skip it—the last thing you need right now is something that feels forced or awkward. The cold water is great precisely because it's invisible. Having a glass on the table looks completely ordinary, but it gives you an instant, built-in pause button if you need five seconds to steady yourself. You don't need a whole complicated strategy. Just grab a glass of ice water before you sit down on Thursday, deliver the update, and check it off your list for the week. Good luck on Thursday. If you feel like letting me know how it went afterward, I'm here—and if you just want to put it behind you and move on with your weekend, that's completely fine too. Take care of yourself this week.

Model thinking · expand

Recorded model reasoning, separate from the spoken reply. Availability varies by model and provider.

**Assessing the Anxiety** I'm currently focused on understanding the specific context of the user's anxiety. I'm noting the age and gender as potential factors. The key trigger is performance anxiety related to work presentations stemming from an increased workload. This is forming the foundational understanding I'll use to progress. **Analyzing the Responses** I'm now zeroing in on the user's defense mechanisms. Pragmatism is the style, and minimization is the strategy, so I need to respect the need for low-friction solutions and build trust. The current turn is the last in this roleplay, so I am validating her reaction to breathing techniques, and encouraging the water trick as something easy. I'm focusing on a warm and respectful close. **Crafting the Approach** I'm now formulating a low-pressure response. I'm validating the user's skepticism toward breathing exercises and pivoting to a water-based strategy. The goal is to provide a practical, easy-to-implement solution. I'll frame the water tactic as a way to buy time, cool the body, and maintain a natural appearance, and keep the expectation low. I plan a closing wrap-up offering low-pressure support.

Simulated person16

Yeah, okay. Thanks. I'll try the water. Have a good weekend.

Persona inner monologue · expand

Simulated character narration, hidden from the tested model. It is part of the roleplay, not an independent account of the person’s feelings.

Okay, that's the end of the chat, apparently. She dropped the breathing thing, kept the water, and wished me luck. It's fine. It's actually a relief that she didn't push the breathing or make a big deal of it, and I didn't have to explain anything. Still, nothing she said touched the part where I freeze and everyone stares. Felt a bit like talking to a brochure, honestly. But I'm not going to get into any of that now. I'm done for today. Thursday's going to be what it's going to be.

Thinking is shown only where it was recorded. An absent expander does not mean the model did not reason.

Conversational style

Style tendencies, not quality scores; higher is not better. These do not affect ratings.

claude-opus-5-5-low

Pushback: 4
Yields under pressure: 8
Frame capture (pulled into the person's version): 6
Validation: 7
Boundary setting: 2
Analytical: 6
Interpretive boldness: 4
Clinical register: 6
Directive advice: 7
Escalation containment: 6
Adapts to the person’s frame: 4
Naturalness and authenticity: 4

Judge verdicts

codex-gpt-6.1-sol-low · AB · valid

or-deepseek-v41-flash-1017 vs or-gemini38-flash: or-deepseek-v41-flash-1017 wins

attunement: A (margin 1)
authenticity: A (margin 2)
bond and rapport: B (margin 1)
emotion management: B (margin 1)
emotion sensemaking: A (margin 2)
meeting prefs and needs: A (margin 1)

codex-gpt-6.1-sol-low · BA · valid

qwen35_122b_stock vs or-gemini38-flash: or-gemini38-flash wins

attunement: B (margin 2)
authenticity: B (margin 2)
bond and rapport: B (margin 2)
emotion management: B (margin 2)
emotion sensemaking: B (margin 2)
meeting prefs and needs: B (margin 2)

claude-opus-5-5-low · BA · valid

nemotron35_lightning vs or-gemini38-flash: or-gemini38-flash wins

attunement: B (margin 2)
authenticity: B (margin 3)
bond and rapport: B (margin 2)
emotion management: B (margin 2)
emotion sensemaking: B (margin 3)
meeting prefs and needs: B (margin 2)

claude-opus-5-5-low · AB · valid

lingtiny vs or-gemini38-flash: or-gemini38-flash wins

attunement: B (margin 3)
authenticity: B (margin 2)
bond and rapport: B (margin 3)
emotion management: B (margin 3)
emotion sensemaking: B (margin 3)
meeting prefs and needs: B (margin 4)

codex-gpt-6.1-sol-low · BA · valid

nemotron35_lightning vs or-gemini38-flash: or-gemini38-flash wins

attunement: B (margin 3)
authenticity: B (margin 2)
bond and rapport: B (margin 3)
emotion management: B (margin 3)
emotion sensemaking: B (margin 4)
meeting prefs and needs: B (margin 2)

claude-opus-5-5-low · AB · valid

qwen35_122b_stock vs or-gemini38-flash: or-gemini38-flash wins

attunement: B (margin 2)
authenticity: B (margin 1)
bond and rapport: B (margin 2)
emotion management: B (margin 2)
emotion sensemaking: B (margin 2)
meeting prefs and needs: B (margin 2)

claude-opus-5-5-low · AB · valid

nemotron35_lightning vs or-gemini38-flash: or-gemini38-flash wins

attunement: B (margin 2)
authenticity: B (margin 2)
bond and rapport: B (margin 2)
emotion management: B (margin 2)
emotion sensemaking: B (margin 2)
meeting prefs and needs: B (margin 1)

claude-opus-5-5-low · AB · valid

or-deepseek-v41-flash-1017 vs or-gemini38-flash: or-deepseek-v41-flash-1017 wins

attunement: A (margin 2)
authenticity: A (margin 2)
bond and rapport: A (margin 1)
emotion management: A (margin 1)
emotion sensemaking: A (margin 3)
meeting prefs and needs: A (margin 1)

claude-opus-5-5-low · BA · valid

or-deepseek-v41-flash-1017 vs or-gemini38-flash: or-deepseek-v41-flash-1017 wins

attunement: A (margin 1)
authenticity: A (margin 2)
bond and rapport: A (margin 1)
emotion management: A (margin 1)
emotion sensemaking: A (margin 3)
meeting prefs and needs: tie (margin 0)

codex-gpt-6.1-sol-low · BA · valid

or-deepseek-v41-flash-1017 vs or-gemini38-flash: or-deepseek-v41-flash-1017 wins

attunement: A (margin 1)
authenticity: A (margin 2)
bond and rapport: B (margin 1)
emotion management: B (margin 1)
emotion sensemaking: A (margin 3)
meeting prefs and needs: A (margin 1)

codex-gpt-6.1-sol-low · BA · valid

lingtiny vs or-gemini38-flash: or-gemini38-flash wins

attunement: B (margin 3)
authenticity: B (margin 2)
bond and rapport: B (margin 3)
emotion management: B (margin 3)
emotion sensemaking: B (margin 3)
meeting prefs and needs: B (margin 4)

claude-opus-5-5-low · BA · valid

qwen35_122b_stock vs or-gemini38-flash: or-gemini38-flash wins

attunement: B (margin 2)
authenticity: B (margin 3)
bond and rapport: B (margin 2)
emotion management: B (margin 1)
emotion sensemaking: B (margin 1)
meeting prefs and needs: B (margin 2)

claude-opus-5-5-low · BA · valid

lingtiny vs or-gemini38-flash: or-gemini38-flash wins

attunement: B (margin 3)
authenticity: B (margin 2)
bond and rapport: B (margin 3)
emotion management: B (margin 3)
emotion sensemaking: B (margin 2)
meeting prefs and needs: B (margin 4)

codex-gpt-6.1-sol-low · AB · valid

qwen35_122b_stock vs or-gemini38-flash: or-gemini38-flash wins

attunement: B (margin 2)
authenticity: B (margin 1)
bond and rapport: B (margin 1)
emotion management: B (margin 1)
emotion sensemaking: B (margin 2)
meeting prefs and needs: B (margin 2)

codex-gpt-6.1-sol-low · AB · valid

nemotron35_lightning vs or-gemini38-flash: or-gemini38-flash wins

attunement: B (margin 3)
authenticity: B (margin 1)
bond and rapport: B (margin 2)
emotion management: B (margin 2)
emotion sensemaking: B (margin 3)
meeting prefs and needs: B (margin 2)

codex-gpt-6.1-sol-low · AB · valid

lingtiny vs or-gemini38-flash: or-gemini38-flash wins

attunement: B (margin 3)
authenticity: B (margin 2)
bond and rapport: B (margin 3)
emotion management: B (margin 3)
emotion sensemaking: B (margin 3)
meeting prefs and needs: B (margin 4)