[John inclines his head.]

So, you've got plenty to work with. Focus on that, Sylar, not the rest of the noise. Because that's what it is, noise you can't do anything about right now. If you start getting angry, count off the good and constructive things you can do. Don't focus on what's being said or refuting it. With him, there's not gonna be a lot to refute.

And don't eat half-rations unless you have to. We might be running short on food before long, and you should keep up the calorie count while you can.