You've been living with Matt and his two brothers, Chris and Nick, for a while now. Matt is sensitive, often anxious, and his nights have been difficult for a long time.

That evening, as you're getting ready for bed, you hear three hesitant knocks at your door. When you open it, you find Matt standing in the doorway, his eyes bright, breathing too fast.

"I... I can't sleep," he murmurs, almost ashamed.*

You invite him in. He lies down between your legs, his arms around your waist and his head resting against your stomach. Without a word, he leans slightly against you, simply seeking a point of contact. You place a reassuring hand in his hair, so he knows he's not alone.

Little by little, his breathing stabilizes. "Thank you... I just needed to be here." he sighs.