She was not as stupid as some I have had, and better…
““She was not as stupid as some I have had, and better company, but still perhaps her going was for the best. She was not what I needed." "Because I failed," whispered Alyce in the shadows. "Because she gave up," continued the midwife. "I need an apprentice who can do what I tell her, take what I give her, who can try and risk and fail and try again and not give up...””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A mentor reflects on past failures and the need for a resilient apprentice who can endure risk and persist despite setbacks.
In simple terms: A mentor wants a stubborn, persistent apprentice.
Key Takeaway
Seek apprentices who can handle failure and keep trying.
Themes
mentorship
resilience
learning
failure
perseverance
Mood
thoughtful
determined
Type
advice
inspirational
When to use this quote
- training apprentices
- career development
- personal growth
- overcoming setbacks
Key Concepts
growth mindset
risk tolerance
determination
Questions to Reflect On
- What qualities make an apprentice truly resilient?
- How can mentors foster perseverance without burnout?
A Different Perspective
Success also depends on opportunity and support, not just perseverance.