She is saying learn to confront discomfort/pain with self-soothing. Once you know how to address the pain associated with being seen as an inexperienced/disabled person, you can confront it in many situations.
Be it in learning from another or from a book.
Distracting emotions are part of you and have to be addressed eventually. Soothing yourself reinforces the motivation for progress and acknowledges obstacles.
"Pursuing X causes pain. It is alright. It is worthwhile. It is unavoidable and I will make due."
She is saying learn to confront discomfort/pain with self-soothing. Once you know how to address the pain associated with being seen as an inexperienced/disabled person, you can confront it in many situations.
Be it in learning from another or from a book.
Distracting emotions are part of you and have to be addressed eventually. Soothing yourself reinforces the motivation for progress and acknowledges obstacles.
"Pursuing X causes pain. It is alright. It is worthwhile. It is unavoidable and I will make due."