Questions 3: The Fallen Apprentice

Posted on February 14, 2025 by Charles Yallowitz

Anakin and Vader

You know, I’m just going to dive right into the questions.  I mean, I’ve made a post about fallen apprentices and another about hubris.  Covers the topic pretty well for only having a week to do so.

  1. If you were a teacher, how would you protect your apprentice from hubris?
  2. What is a personality trait that can prevent a apprentice from falling?
  3. How would you handle anyone who suffers from hubris, egotism, or narcissism?
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Charles E. Yallowitz was born, raised, and educated in New York. Then he spent a few years in Florida, realized his fear of alligators, and moved back to the Empire State. When he isn't working hard on his epic fantasy stories, Charles can be found cooking or going on whatever adventure his son has planned for the day. 'Legends of Windemere' is his first series, but it certainly won't be his last.
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13 Responses to Questions 3: The Fallen Apprentice

  1. L. Marie's avatar L. Marie says:
    February 14, 2025 at 10:12 am
    1. First, I would examine myself to make sure that I’m promoting the development of my apprentice, rather than trying to hold him or her back due to my insecurity. Second, I would try to help my apprentice to grow in his/her skillset. Third, I would listen to any grievances he or she has. This is not to say that the apprentice is always right. An apprentice needs to grow in maturity. But sometimes it helps to listen instead of saying, “It’s my way or the highway.”
    2. Trust. Integrity. Loyalty/faithfulness.
    3. I would step back. All one can do is warn the person that a fall is coming unless change happens. If he or she doesn’t heed the warning, then it’s only a matter of time before the fall happens.

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  2. noelleg44's avatar noelleg44 says:
    February 14, 2025 at 10:19 am
    1. I would put him or her in challenging situations to make them aware they have a lot to learn.
    2. Being humble, open to criticism and suggestions, and a desire to learn.
    3. Have a serious talk with that apprentice, explain the problem and give them the opportunity to change. If nothing changes, then I would dismiss them.

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  3. Grant at Tame Your Book's avatar Grant at Tame Your Book says:
    February 14, 2025 at 11:47 am

    An interesting question that applies to my current work in progress. I’m having the chief protagonist work through a series of lessons from his mentor. Those lessons teach the code of the secret society, one with a firm belief to will and act to the highest good of others. That requires tough love when dealing with evil, including death. The enemy often uses a person’s pride against them, masking their ability to see the evil. Fun and useful exercise, Charles… thanks!

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  4. John W. Howell's avatar John W. Howell says:
    February 14, 2025 at 3:32 pm

    I would protect my apprentice from hubris by providing challenges that would teach humility.
    A personality trait that can prevent a apprentice from falling is true self confidence.
    I would provide a step by step guide on how to succed inspite of suffering with hubris, egotism, or narcissism. The guide would include expectations of boundries and task completion.

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    • Charles Yallowitz's avatar Charles Yallowitz says:
      February 14, 2025 at 7:12 pm

      I’m curious about the third idea. Would teaching someone about those things help prevent them from avoiding the danger? I think of how we’re all taught about how drugs are bad, but people still grow up to be addicted. Though, I guess it’s easier to warn about these things and get results since it would create self-reflection.

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  5. coldhandboyack's avatar coldhandboyack says:
    February 15, 2025 at 8:41 am

    I’ve got nothing. I just woke up, but you have some great comments.

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