
0:10
In this brief YouTube excerpt, a participant (Speaker A) shares their internal state during a relaxation exercise, describing a paradoxical feeling of being both very relaxed and heavy, which they found difficult. Dr. Aravind Padmaraju, Ph.D., acknowledges the experience with a simple affirmation, providing validation. The exchange highlights the participant’s calm demeanor despite the heaviness, and the therapist’s supportive, non‑directive response.










