I'm writing a short essay on the motivation of Athena as the mentor in Odessey and that of Paulina in the Winter's Tale. To me their biggest difference is that as Athena claims she favors for Odysseus for his quick-wit, she mainly gives his son those useful suggestions as a mentor for the sake of Odysseus' dynastic benefits. While in the Winter's Tale, the dynastic desire is depicted as largely unhealthy. Therefore, when Paulina fights for justice and the welfare of people in the court, especially when in defense of the Queen, she speaks against the dynastic desire again and again.