[Allura, on the other hand, isn't so quick to accept that the situation might be hopeless. Isn't that one of her strengths? Her boundless hope, never fully tempered by reason?]

You know... none of that means you can't still be a hero. Nothing about power is inherently good or evil. You could end up protecting all that you love, if you use it correctly...

And weren't you bragging about your self-control before?