Patience is one of the hardest things to learn, you know.

[He says it with a lopsided smile, as if to say 'I was like you, once.']

However, taking a long time doesn't mean it's worthless. Trees grow over decades, even centuries, and they're incredibly valuable.

...And you have the time to slow down, to focus on what needs to be focused on. To learn these steps, and heal from old wounds that you've never allowed to fully close.

Rushing has it's place, but for this? For you? It's perfectly fine to learn how to wait, as long as you allow yourself to.

[And he reaches over and flicks her on the forehead.]

So believe in yourself, even if it's just in the tiniest of ways. One day, you might just realize why we believe in you.