Calm

Matthew took a deep, cleansing breath, filling his lungs with the warm air of the tranquil space. His eyes drifted shut, and he allowed himself to surrender to the emotions swirling within. The gentle hum of the room's soft music and the soothing scent of essential oils enveloped him, creating a safe haven for vulnerability.

As he focused inward, a wave of sadness crashed over him, threatening to engulf him. But instead of resisting, Matthew let the emotions wash over him, allowing himself to fully feel the weight of his pain. His chest tightened, and his throat constricted, but he persisted, breathing through the turmoil.

Minutes ticked by, and slowly, the intensity of the pain began to subside. The knot in his stomach loosened, and his breathing steadied. Matthew's eyes fluttered open, and he met Judas's compassionate gaze.

"Thank you," Matthew said, his voice laced with gratitude. "That helped."

Judas's warm smile spread across his face, lines of empathy etched around his eyes. "It