He thanked her for outing all his faults so he could prove her wrong by doing everything differently the next time. Then he saw how easy it was to live life aboveboard, not hiding from anyone, working, paying taxes, taking care of himself like an adult. Had she not accused him of being unable to do it, he wouldn’t even have tried. Now he’s living a much happier life.  Bless the helpers you first view as haters.