[ somehow, just like that, kathryn's response is enough to pull him at least partway out of his semi-brooding mindframe. she reminds him of what he has here. she might not be his medicine bundle and she might not be able to help him contact his spirit guide like the bundle would, but she can put him at ease better than anything or anyone else.

in spite of the situation, he's very glad she's here. ]

If you're suggesting I treat my tricorder like a stuffed toy, I might have to recommend that you spend a little time in sickbay.