Rilke provided the young Kappus very little in criticism or in suggestions for his improvement as a poet. Instead, Rilke discouraged Kappus from reading criticism and advised him to trust his inner judgment, commenting that "Nobody can advise you and help you. Nobody.
Rilke offered very little criticism or advice to young Kappus regarding his poetic development. Instead, Rilke discouraged Kappus from reading critiques and advised him to rely on his own inner insights, noting that "No one can guide you or assist you."