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I've always been very independent when it comes to learning. I was homeschooled and since my mother was too ill to play the role of teacher, I am mostly self-educated. So far it's been the same with my magical education. However I see many people with mentors and it makes me curious about having my own.

Where does one find a mentor? If you have a mentor, how did you find them? Do you think having a mentor was the best decision for you?