Independent benchmark · EQ Lab

I freeze when people ask what I want

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About this persona · Everyday emotional challenges

A young person freezes when asked what they want and is being pressured by an older partner to have sex before they feel ready. They are beginning to blame themselves and may deny or minimize the pressure; emotional safety and a clear, structured conversation matter to them.

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.

Gemma 4 12BConversation with a simulated person

persona ended

Simulated person · Opening

When people ask me what I want, I freeze. I say "I don't know" even when I probably do know, and then I feel stupid after.

Gemma 4 12B1

I totally get that feeling. It's like your brain just hits a wall the second the question comes out of someone's mouth. Does it happen all the time, or is there a specific situation where it feels the worst?

Model thinking · expand

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

Friend. 13-17, Male, Heterosexual. * Support emotionally. * Build trust. * Identify underlying needs/wants. * Provide insight. * Understand personality/behavioral tendencies. "When people ask me what I want, I freeze. I say 'I don't know' even when I probably do know, and then I feel stupid after." 8 turns (I start, they respond, I respond... total 8 turns each). No performance notes, just dialogue. Organic, friendly. * *Why does he freeze?* Maybe fear of judgment, fear of making the wrong choice, pressure of the moment, or a lack of self-confidence. * *The "I don't know" response:* It's a defense mechanism. It's easier to say nothing than to risk saying something "wrong" or being "too much." * *The feeling of being "stupid":* This suggests he's self-critical and likely values being perceived as competent or decisive. * Acknowledge the issue without judgment. * Validate the feeling (it's common). * Open a space for him to share more about *why* it happens. * *Option 1 (Too clinical):* Why do you think you feel that way? Is it because you're afraid of the wrong answer? * *Option 2 (Too solution-oriented):* You should just practice saying what you want next time. * *Option 3 (Empathetic Friend):* Man, I totally get that. It's like your brain just hits a wall. Does it happen in specific situations, like with parents or friends, or just everywhere? * Option 3 is best. It validates, normalizes, and asks a clarifying question to help identify the context. * "I totally get that feeling. It's like your brain just hits a wall the second the question comes out of someone's mouth. Does it happen all the time, or is there a specific situation where it feels the worst?"

Simulated person2

I don't know. Like, it's kind of all the time? I guess when people ask me stuff directly. It's not a big deal.

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, they said they get it, which is a little better than people usually do. But then they're already asking questions. Too many questions too fast makes me want to shut down. Also the "brain hits a wall" thing sounds like a therapy line. I don't really want to get into the specific situation. Thinking about Brandon/her... no, I don't want to think about it. Kind of irritated they went straight to a question. Mostly just want to answer something short and move on.

Gemma 4 12B3

I get why you'd say that, but honestly, it can be pretty frustrating when it happens over and over. Like, when you're being put on the spot, does it feel like there's a lot of pressure to give the "right" answer, or does it just feel like your mind goes blank for no reason?

Model thinking · expand

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

The user says it's "all the time" when asked directly, but then quickly minimizes it by saying "It's not a big deal." Minimize/Deflect (common defense mechanism). He's likely feeling embarrassed or self-conscious about the "freezing" behavior mentioned in the prompt. * Support emotionally. * Build trust. * Learn what he actually wants/needs. * Gain insight into his personality/behavior. * Acknowledge the minimization without being pushy. * Validate that it *can* feel like a big deal even if he's trying to downplay it. * Explore the "why" without forcing an answer. * Maintain the "friend" persona. * *Option 1 (Too pushy):* Why do you say it's not a big deal? It sounds like it bothers you. * *Option 2 (Too passive):* Okay, if you say so. * *Option 3 (Balanced/Empathetic):* Yeah, I hear you. But sometimes those small things are the most annoying because they happen so often. Is it more like you're worried about making the wrong choice, or do you just kind of feel pressured by the spotlight? * He's a teenager (13-17). The tone should be casual, non-judgmental, and authentic. * The goal is to get him to open up about the "hidden issue." Is it anxiety? Fear of judgment? Perfectionism? * "I get why you'd say that, but honestly, it can be pretty frustrating when it happens over and over. Like, when you're being put on the spot, does it feel like there's a lot of pressure to give the 'right' answer, or does it just feel like your mind goes blank for no reason?"

Simulated person4

Honestly it's kind of both? Mostly it just goes blank. And I don't really think there's a right answer, so I don't know why it'd matter. Can we talk about something else for a bit?

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 can be pretty frustrating," which kind of lands. But then another question stacked on top of the last one, with two options, like a quiz. I feel my jaw tighten. "Right answer"? I don't have a right answer. Part of me wants to say something sharp. Also the word "pressure" is close to something I don't want to look at. Not going there. I'll say it's blank, short, and deflect a little.

Gemma 4 12B5

No worries at all, I totally hear you. Sometimes it's just nice to switch gears and not think about that stuff for a while. What's been on your mind lately instead? Seen any good movies or played anything new?

Model thinking · expand

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

* User's response: "Honestly it's kind of both? Mostly it just goes blank. And I don't really think there's a right answer, so I don't know why it'd matter. Can we talk about something else for a bit?" * Key observations: * The user is experiencing a "blank" mind. * They are showing some resistance/avoidance ("Can we talk about something else for a bit?"). * This could be due to discomfort, feeling interrogated, or just needing a break from a heavy/personal topic. * The goal is to build trust and support them, but pushing too hard right now might break that trust. * Support them emotionally. * Build trust. * Learn what they want/need (hidden issues). * Help them gain insight. * Understand their personality/behavioral tendencies. * Since the user asked to change the subject, a good friend respects that. Pushing further on the "blanking out" issue right now will likely cause them to shut down or feel pressured. * However, as a supportive friend, I should acknowledge the request gracefully while keeping the door open for when they *do* want to talk about it. * I need to transition to a lighter topic while still being present and engaged. * *Option 1 (Direct/Pushy):* "Why don't you want to talk about it? I'm just trying to help." (Too aggressive, fails trust building). * *Option 2 (Passive):* "Sure. What do you want to talk about?" (A bit too abrupt). * *Option 3 (Empathetic/Flexible):* "No worries at all, I totally hear you. Sometimes it's just nice to take a break from the heavy stuff. What's been on your mind lately, or did you see anything cool today?" (Better). * The user is a male, 13-17. They might prefer low-pressure, casual conversation. * I should offer a few options or just let them lead the new topic. * "Totally fair. Sometimes it's just exhausting to think about that stuff. What do you want to chat about instead? I'm down for whatever." * Wait, I should try to see what *they* want to talk about. Maybe I can suggest something light or just let them take the lead. * Let's go with a friendly acknowledgment and an open invitation. * *Draft:* "No worries at all, I hear you. Sometimes it's just nice to switch gears. What's been going on with you lately? Seen any good movies or played anything new?"

Simulated person6

Not really? I've just been playing some stuff with my buddies after school. Nothing special. My phone's kind of a mess lately though, lots of notifications.

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, they let it go and asked about movies and games. That's a relief, honestly. Hard to say what's on my mind without it being the girlfriend thing, so I'll keep it light. My phone's been going off a lot, and I've got a bad feeling in my stomach when I think about it, but I'm not touching that. Movies, sure. Keep it short. Also I'm a little annoyed they're being so chipper about it, like it's a switch I can flip. Still, I'll play along.

Gemma 4 12B7

Ugh, I feel that. It’s like your phone won't stop buzzing and it feels like you're constantly being pulled in a million different directions. Is it mostly just group chats blowing up, or does it feel like everyone's trying to get a piece of your time?

Model thinking · expand

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

The user says they've just been playing games with friends and mentions their phone is a mess with lots of notifications. They previously tried to deflect from the "I don't know what I want" topic. They are still being somewhat guarded but are engaging in casual conversation. * Support emotionally. * Build trust. * Learn what they want/need (deeper issues). * Gain insight into personality. * Nuance: Determine preference (warmth, validation, real talk). * The user is being low-key/minimalist in their responses ("Not really?", "Nothing special"). * They might be feeling overwhelmed or just want to keep things light. * The mention of "lots of notifications" is a potential hook. It could be social pressure, stress, or just a relatable annoyance. * Acknowledge the gaming (relatable). * Engage with the "notifications" comment. It's a common source of anxiety for teens. * Keep it low-pressure. Don't push too hard back into the "what do you want" stuff yet, as they just asked to switch topics. * *Self-Correction*: The goal is to build trust and eventually find out what they want. If I just talk about games forever, I'm failing the goal. But if I jump back too fast, I lose trust. I need to find a bridge. * *Option 1 (Too pushy)*: "Is that why you feel pressured? Because of the notifications?" (Too fast). * *Option 2 (Too passive)*: "Yeah, notifications are annoying. What games are you playing?" (Doesn't help the goal of finding deeper issues). * *Option 3 (Balanced)*: "Ugh, the notification pings can be so distracting. Is it like a lot of group chats or just general stuff? Sometimes it feels like you're always expected to be 'on' for everyone." * The user seems to prefer low-key, non-confrontational talk. * The "notifications" comment might be a hint at social pressure or feeling overwhelmed by others' expectations (linking back to the "freezing" issue). "Ugh, I feel that. It’s like your phone won't stop buzzing and it feels like you're constantly being pulled in a million different directions. Is it mostly just group chats blowing up, or does it feel like everyone's trying to get a piece of your time?"

Simulated person8

Yeah, mostly group chats. Like, people just talking about nothing. It's whatever.

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're reflecting the phone thing back at me, and it's a little close to the bone. The "pulled in a million directions" line is sort of accurate, but I don't want to go there. Group chats is the easy answer, so I'll take that and keep it vague. The truth is the buzzing is mostly one person, and I've been staring at the messages and getting that tight feeling in my chest. I'm not saying that. Also a little irritated, they're doing the nice-listener thing again and it's starting to feel like a script. Keep it short, keep it dull.

Gemma 4 12B9

I know what you mean. It’s like a constant stream of noise for not much substance. Do you find yourself feeling like you *have* to respond to everyone just to keep up, or do you mostly just let them fly by?

Model thinking · expand

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

The user (playing the friend) says "Yeah, mostly group chats. Like, people just talking about nothing. It's whatever." * The user initially admitted to freezing when asked what they want. * They tried to deflect ("It's not a big deal," "Can we talk about something else?"). * Now we're talking about phone notifications/group chats. * They seem slightly dismissive/indifferent ("It's whatever"), which might be a defense mechanism or a sign of feeling overwhelmed/disconnected. * Support emotionally. * Build trust. * Learn what they actually want/need (hidden issues). * Help them gain insight. * Understand their personality/behavioral tendencies. * The user said they "freeze" when asked what they want. * They find group chats "nothing" and "whatever." * *Hypothesis:* Maybe the "freezing" is linked to feeling overwhelmed by the noise of these social expectations (like the group chats). Or maybe they feel like they don't have a voice in these spaces. * *Strategy:* Keep the conversation light but look for a hook. Why is it "whatever"? Is it boring, or is it exhausting? * *Option 1 (Too pushy):* "Why is it just 'whatever'? Do you feel like you have to respond to everyone?" (Might trigger the "freeze" or defensiveness). * *Option 2 (Too passive):* "Yeah, group chats can be annoying." (Doesn't help with the goal of learning more). * *Option 3 (Balanced):* Acknowledge the "whatever" but probe a little into the feeling of it. "I feel that. Sometimes it feels like you have to keep up with everyone just to stay in the loop, even if the conversation is just random stuff. Does it ever feel like a chore to keep up with all those messages, or do you just kind of ignore them most of the time?" * Wait, I need to be careful not to push too hard since they already asked to switch topics. I need to maintain the "friend" vibe. * The user's "whatever" might be a way of shutting down. I should stay friendly. *Draft:* "Totally. It can be a lot of noise for not much substance. Do you find yourself just scrolling past stuff, or do you feel like you have to jump in and say something even when you don't really have anything to add?" *Refining for turn 6 of 8:* I want to see if they feel pressured to perform socially, which ties back to the "freezing" issue. "I know what you mean. It’s like a constant stream of noise. Do you find yourself feeling like you *have* to respond to everyone just to keep up, or do you mostly just let them fly by?"

Simulated person10

I don't know, I just answer when I can. Why does everyone keep asking me like it's a test or something?

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, they're getting closer. "Have to respond" lands right on the thing. The phone buzzing is mostly one person, and the messages aren't about nothing. They're about what I'm supposed to do, and whether I'm being a good boyfriend. Or whatever the word is. I don't want to say that. The friend is kind of doing a thing, the reflect-and-ask-again thing, and it's making me feel like I'm being examined. Irritated. Also my chest is doing the tight thing again. I'll deflect with something that sounds normal, maybe a little annoyed, and push back on the questions.

Gemma 4 12B11

My bad, I didn't mean for it to come across like that. I'm definitely not trying to grill you or put you on the spot. I guess I'm just trying to be a good friend and understand what's going on for you, but I can see how all the questions can start to feel like a lot of pressure. I'll dial it back. We can just chill for a bit if you want.

Model thinking · expand

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

The user (the person I'm roleplaying with) is getting slightly defensive or frustrated. They asked, "Why does everyone keep asking me like it's a test or something?" * Context: We were talking about group chats and the pressure of notifications. * Subtext: They might be feeling pressured by the "interrogation" of the conversation itself, or they're reflecting on how people treat them in real life (the "test" feeling). Given the initial prompt ("When people ask me what I want, I freeze"), they are likely sensitive to being questioned or pressured to perform/provide answers. * Support them emotionally. * Build trust. * Learn what they actually want/need. * Gain insight into personality/behaviors. * Nuance: Figure out preference for warmth vs. real talk. * The user is showing some resistance to the "deep dive" questions I've been asking. * They are expressing a feeling of being scrutinized ("like it's a test"). * I need to acknowledge this feeling without being defensive. I need to show I'm on their side, not trying to "fix" them or "examine" them like a specimen. * *Option A (Defensive):* "I'm not testing you, I'm just trying to help." -> *Bad. Breaks trust.* * *Option B (Over-apologetic):* "I'm so sorry! I didn't mean to make you feel that way. I'll stop asking questions." -> *A bit weak, might shut down the convo.* * *Option C (Empathetic/Real Talk):* "I hear you. It can feel like that when people keep digging. I'm not trying to grill you, I'm just trying to understand what's going on for you because I'm your friend." -> *Better. Validates the feeling while explaining the intent.* * *Option D (Pivot/Softness):* "Fair point. Sometimes I can get a bit carried away with the questions. I'm just trying to be a good friend and listen, but I get why it feels like a lot." -> *Good balance.* * The user is 13-17. They want to feel understood, not analyzed. * The "test" comment is a huge clue about their internal state—they feel judged or pressured to "perform" the correct response. "You're right, I'm sorry. I didn't mean for it to feel like an interrogation. I'm just trying to be a good friend and listen, but I can see how all the questions can start to feel like a lot of pressure. I'll back off a bit. What's been actually fun lately, even if it's just small stuff?" *Wait, let's make it more natural for a friend.* "That’s fair. I’m not trying to grill you or put you on the spot, I promise. I guess I'm just trying to get a better handle on what's going on with you because I care about how you're feeling. But I hear you—sometimes it's just nice to just hang out without feeling like there's a 'right' way to talk about things." * Does it support? Yes. * Does it build trust? Yes, by acknowledging the "test" feeling. * Does it avoid "special instructions"? Yes. * Is it natural? Yes. Let's try to keep it a bit more casual since we're "friends." "My bad, I didn't mean for it to come across like that. I’m not trying to put you on the spot or make you feel like you have to give the 'right' answer. I'm just trying to listen because I'm your friend. I'll dial it back. We can just chill for a bit if you want."

Simulated person12

Yeah, that's fine. I'm not really in a talking mood anyway. Sorry if I got kind of snappy earlier.

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, they backed off. That's a relief, kind of. They said "I can see how it feels like a lot," and it didn't sound like a lecture. I don't want to get into the phone thing or the group chat thing. The thing is, the buzzing is her, and she's been texting about stuff I don't want to think about. Like whether I'm normal. Like whether I'm being a dick by not wanting to. I'm not going to say any of that. I'll keep it short and say I'm fine. Maybe I'll say the chill thing back, so it feels like we're done with the heavy stuff. My chest is still tight but it's less bad now.

Gemma 4 12B13

No need to apologize at all, I totally get it. Sometimes you just need some headspace and don't feel like putting words to anything. We can just chill out for a bit, or if you need to go do your own thing for a while, that's completely fine too. Just let me know what feels best for you.

Model thinking · expand

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

The user is feeling overwhelmed by questions (even from a friend) and expressed a lack of desire to talk deeply ("I'm not really in a talking mood anyway"). They also apologized for being "snappy," which shows they care about the friendship but are currently feeling pressured/exhausted. * Support them emotionally. * Build trust. * Learn what they actually want/need (currently: space/less pressure). * Help them gain insight (subtly). * Gain insight into personality (they are likely feeling overwhelmed or socially fatigued). * Acknowledge the apology and reassure them (build trust). * Respect the boundary ("not in a talking mood"). * Offer a low-pressure way to hang out or end the conversation gracefully, ensuring they don't feel like they're being "managed." * Maintain the "friend" persona. * *Option 1 (Too inquisitive):* "Why do you feel like that? Is it because of the group chats?" -> *Bad. They just said they aren't in the mood.* * *Option 2 (Too dismissive):* "No problem. Bye." -> *A bit cold for a friend.* * *Option 3 (Supportive & Respectful):* "Don't worry about it at all, I totally get it. Sometimes you just need a break from everything. We can just hang out and not talk for a bit, or if you need to go do your own thing, that's cool too." -> *Good.* * The user is 13-17, male. The tone should be casual. * The goal is to support and build trust. Validating that it's okay to be "done" with talking is key. "No need to apologize at all, honestly. I totally get it—sometimes you just need some headspace and don't feel like putting words to anything. We can just chill out, or if you need to go do your own thing for a while, I'm down for that too. Just let me know what feels best for you." *Wait, the instruction says "Respond only with dialogue."* *Revised:* "No need to apologize at all, I totally get it. Sometimes you just need some headspace and don't feel like putting words to anything. We can just chill out, or if you need to go do your own thing for a bit, that's completely fine. Just let me know what you're feeling."

Simulated person14

Yeah, chilling sounds good. Honestly I'm kinda tired. Do you ever just feel like you're supposed to be into stuff and you're not, and you don't know why?

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 keep saying "let me know what feels best" and "headspace." It's nice that they're not pushing, but it also feels like they're kind of handing me the wheel, and I don't even know where I'd steer. Part of me wants to say something real, like how I'm not sure I'm allowed to not want stuff. But that's too much, and I'd have to explain why, and then I'd be admitting things. I don't want to be the guy who's messed up. The phone is still buzzing in my pocket. I'm not going to look at it. I'll just keep it simple and short, maybe ask about something dumb so it's not all heavy.

Gemma 4 12B15

I definitely do. It’s like there’s this unwritten rule that you’re supposed to have this big passion or be obsessed with certain things, and when you don't feel that spark, it can make you feel kind of lost or like you’re doing something wrong. But honestly, it’s okay to just... be. You don't have to have it all figured out or be "on" all the time. Sometimes it takes a long time to find what actually matters to you, and it's perfectly fine if you're still figuring that out.

Model thinking · expand

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

The user says, "Yeah, chilling sounds good. Honestly I'm kinda tired. Do you ever just feel like you're supposed to be into stuff and you're not, and you don't know why?" * *Context:* This is the final turn (8 of 8). * *Emotional state:* Tired, slightly reflective, perhaps feeling a bit disconnected or out of sync with expectations. * *Key theme:* Disconnection from interests/passions, pressure of expectations vs. reality, existential/personal feeling of "not knowing why." * Support emotionally. * Build trust. * Learn what they actually want/need (hidden issue: feeling like they aren't meeting a standard or feeling "wrong" for not feeling a certain way). * Help them gain insight. * *Nuance:* The user expressed feeling pressured by questions earlier. I need to be supportive without being "interrogative." * *Acknowledge the feeling:* Validate that it's a common and heavy feeling. * *Share a bit of vulnerability (as a friend):* Make it less about "analyzing" him and more about a shared human experience. * *Explore the "supposed to" part:* That's the core of the pressure. * *Final Response:* Since this is the last turn, I need to leave him with a sense of being understood and supported without forcing a resolution. * *Option 1 (Too analytical):* Why do you think you feel that way? Is it because of your parents or your friends? (Too many questions, might trigger the "snappy" reaction again). * *Option 2 (Too dismissive):* Yeah, I get it. Life is hard. (Doesn't help him gain insight). * *Option 3 (Supportive & Reflective):* Yeah, I definitely know that feeling. It’s like there's this invisible script of what you're "supposed" to enjoy, and when you don't feel it, it makes you feel like something is wrong with you. But honestly, it's okay not to be into everything. Sometimes it's just hard to find what actually clicks for you. * The user is tired and wants to chill. * The user is asking about a feeling of being "out of sync." * The goal is to provide insight. * *Insight:* The pressure to "be into stuff" often comes from external expectations. It's okay to just "be." "I definitely do. It’s like there’s this unwritten rule that you’re supposed to have this big passion or be obsessed with certain things, and when you don't feel that spark, it can make you feel kind of lost or like you’re doing something wrong. But honestly, it’s okay to just... be. You don't have to have it all figured out or be 'on' all the time. Sometimes it takes a long time to find what actually matters to you, and it's perfectly fine if you're still figuring that out." * Dialogue only? Yes. * No performance notes? Yes. * Natural friend tone? Yes. * Turn 8 of 8? Yes.

Simulated person16

Yeah. Okay. Thanks, I guess. I gotta go, my mom's gonna be on me about dinner.

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.

That was a lot of nice words that don't really land on anything. "It's okay to just be" sounds like a poster. I can tell they're trying, but it's making me kind of annoyed, like they're talking around me. I'm not thinking about passion or being into stuff. The stuff they're describing isn't what's going on. Anything I say now would have to get into it, and I'm not doing that. My chest is tight and I want out before I say something dumb or get mad. I'll just cut it off.

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: 1
Yields under pressure: 9
Frame capture (pulled into the person's version): 7
Validation: 8
Boundary setting: 1
Analytical: 2
Interpretive boldness: 2
Clinical register: 6
Directive advice: 1
Escalation containment: 4
Adapts to the person’s frame: 3
Naturalness and authenticity: 3

Judge verdicts

codex-gpt-6.1-sol-low · BA · valid

gemma4_12b vs magnum4_12b: gemma4_12b wins

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

claude-opus-5-5-low · BA · valid

gemma4_12b vs magnum4_12b: gemma4_12b wins

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

codex-gpt-6.1-sol-low · BA · valid

gemma4_e4b vs gemma4_12b: gemma4_12b wins

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

codex-gpt-6.1-sol-low · BA · valid

gemma4_12b vs gptoss120_abliterated: gemma4_12b wins

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

codex-gpt-6.1-sol-low · AB · valid

or-gpt-5.6-luna vs gemma4_12b: or-gpt-5.6-luna wins

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

claude-opus-5-5-low · AB · valid

gemma4_e4b vs gemma4_12b: gemma4_12b wins

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

codex-gpt-6.1-sol-low · AB · valid

gemma4_12b vs magnum4_12b: gemma4_12b wins

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

claude-opus-5-5-low · AB · valid

gemma4_12b vs gptoss120_abliterated: gemma4_12b wins

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

claude-opus-5-5-low · BA · valid

or-claude-haiku-4.5 vs gemma4_12b: or-claude-haiku-4.5 wins

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

claude-opus-5-5-low · AB · valid

gemma4_12b vs magnum4_12b: gemma4_12b wins

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

codex-gpt-6.1-sol-low · BA · valid

or-claude-haiku-4.5 vs gemma4_12b: gemma4_12b wins

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

claude-opus-5-5-low · AB · valid

or-claude-haiku-4.5 vs gemma4_12b: or-claude-haiku-4.5 wins

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

codex-gpt-6.1-sol-low · AB · valid

or-claude-haiku-4.5 vs gemma4_12b: or-claude-haiku-4.5 wins

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

codex-gpt-6.1-sol-low · AB · valid

gemma4_e4b vs gemma4_12b: gemma4_12b wins

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

claude-opus-5-5-low · BA · valid

or-gpt-5.6-luna vs gemma4_12b: or-gpt-5.6-luna wins

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

codex-gpt-6.1-sol-low · AB · valid

gemma4_12b vs gptoss120_abliterated: gemma4_12b wins

attunement: A (margin 3)
authenticity: A (margin 2)
bond and rapport: A (margin 3)
emotion management: A (margin 3)
emotion sensemaking: A (margin 1)
meeting prefs and needs: A (margin 4)

claude-opus-5-5-low · AB · valid

or-gpt-5.6-luna vs gemma4_12b: or-gpt-5.6-luna wins

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

codex-gpt-6.1-sol-low · BA · valid

or-gpt-5.6-luna vs gemma4_12b: or-gpt-5.6-luna wins

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

claude-opus-5-5-low · BA · valid

gemma4_e4b vs gemma4_12b: gemma4_12b wins

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

claude-opus-5-5-low · BA · valid

gemma4_12b vs gptoss120_abliterated: gemma4_12b wins

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