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It's okay," he informs me. "Your grandfather is teaching…

“It's okay," he informs me. "Your grandfather is teaching me how to play poker." If I know Grandad, that means what he'll really be teaching Sam is how to cheat.” quote by Holly Black
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“It's okay," he informs me. "Your grandfather is teaching me how to play poker." If I know Grandad, that means what he'll really be teaching Sam is how to cheat.”

Holly Black

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This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Learning from elders can be a double‑edged sword; knowledge may be misused.

In simple terms: Elders teach, but motives may vary.

Key Takeaway

Question guidance sources.

Themes

trust learning deception

Mood

cautious thoughtful

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • family advice
  • gaming strategies
  • career mentorship

Key Concepts

mentor influence ethical dilemmas

Questions to Reflect On

  • Who do you trust for advice?
  • When should you question a mentor?
A Different Perspective

Not all advice is altruistic.

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