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But now that she was my apprentice, every such thought…

“But now that she was my apprentice, every such thought caused a guilty twitch in my neck, as if someone had dropped a sleek, stinky ferret there. Guilt ferrets are bastards.” quote by Kevin Hearne
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“But now that she was my apprentice, every such thought caused a guilty twitch in my neck, as if someone had dropped a sleek, stinky ferret there. Guilt ferrets are bastards.”

Kevin Hearne

About This Quote

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

Feeling guilty when close to a mentee can feel like an odd, persistent discomfort.

In simple terms: Guilt feels like an odd twitch.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and address guilt early.

Themes

guilt mentorship selfawareness

Mood

reflective uneasy

Type

advice personal

When to use this quote

  • teaching
  • coaching
  • leadership
  • self‑reflection

Key Concepts

psychology emotional triggers personal growth

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does guilt affect your mentorship?
  • What can you do to ease it?
A Different Perspective

Guilt may stem from fear of failing the apprentice.

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