Sylvia Tilly and Michael Burnham in “Unfinished Business”

Sylvia Tilly

She's-she's like a twisted version of everything I've ever aspired to be. I'm gonna have nightmares about myself now.

Michael Burnham

You don't actually have to be her.

Sylvia Tilly

But how do I project that strength?

Michael Burnham

I've been trying to understand them better. And Terran strength is born out of pure necessity. Because they live in constant fear, always looking for the next knife aimed at their back. Their strength is painted rust. It's a facade. But you have the strength of an entire crew that believes in you. Fortify yourself with our faith in you. That's what a real captain does.