The dream begins with a teacher who believes in you, who tugs and pushes and leads you to the next plateau, sometimes poking you with a sharp stick called “truth”.
Meaning of the quote
The quote means that a great teacher is someone who believes in you, even when you don't believe in yourself. They will push you and guide you to new levels of understanding, sometimes using tough love to help you see the truth. A teacher like this can help make your dreams come true.
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