Guilt reminds me of a stray cat. You chase it away and yet, it comes back when you least expect it. If you let yourself feel pity for it and feed the thing, it parks its ugly, puny, lonely-for-attention butt on your doormat and won't go away. Scat kitty cat, scat. I don't need you sitting around here like that.

Summary

This quote uses the metaphor of guilt being compared to a stray cat to illustrate how guilt can persistently linger in our minds. Similar to a stray cat that keeps returning, guilt resurfaces unexpectedly, even when we try to push it away. The quote emphasizes the importance of not indulging in self-pity or granting undue attention to guilt. By rejecting guilt and not allowing it to take hold, we can prevent it from haunting us and disrupt our peace of mind.

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