[It takes some hesitation before the answer comes out. Not that he's uncomfortable, it's simply difficult to find the choice of words for this.]

... I had someone who supported me and guided me to the right path, despite everything I had done. This person taught me that if you want to accomplish something... you must do it yourself. You cannot run from it and expect it to vanish, nor merely shoulder it for however long you may live.

But whether you decide to face the challenges before you, no matter what they may be, or run from them again... You have others who will reach out and support you.