[Her sympathy is appreciated—even though he agrees, no, she can’t imagine what it’s like—and her willingness to accept his input makes him feel a little better. That gnawing sense of uselessness abated, if marginally.]

It’ll be beneficial to us both. If the goal is to solve issues without using powers, then brainstorming with powered individuals will make them feel like they’re contributing. Less likely to take matters into their own hands.

[That’s universal advice, not applied to only himself.]

If you ever need me, I’m usually around medical. I’m not hard to find. [Deadpan and wry, despite it all.] I’ve been told I dress funny on some days.