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Failure Quote by Robin Hobb

“Badgerlock, I rather think …" "Prince FitzChivalry," I corrected him. I looked him up and down. "And do not make that mistake again." "Prince FitzChivalry," he accepted the correction. He opened his mouth and then shut it again. I turned away from him, holding his horse’s reins and Thick’s. "That…” quote by Robin Hobb
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““Badgerlock, I rather think …" "Prince FitzChivalry," I corrected him. I looked him up and down. "And do not make that mistake again." "Prince FitzChivalry," he accepted the correction. He opened his mouth and then shut it again. I turned away from him, holding his horse’s reins and Thick’s. "That wasn’t the mistake," I said without looking back. "I meant your trying to think.””

Robin Hobb

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Farseer Trilogy, 1995

A mentor corrects a young prince, emphasizing that true learning comes from thoughtful reflection, not just surface corrections.

In simple terms: Learning needs deep thinking, not just fixing errors.

Key Takeaway

Encourage reflection over quick fixes.

Themes

education mentorship reflection growth

Mood

thoughtful inspirational

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • classroom teaching
  • coaching sessions
  • personal development workshops

Key Concepts

psychology learning theory communication

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you foster deeper understanding?
  • When did you learn more by reflecting?
A Different Perspective

Quick fixes may ignore underlying issues.

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