How we cite our quotes: All quotations are from Inception.
Quote #4
Mal: What do you believe? What do you feel?
Cobb: Guilt. I feel guilt Mal. And no matter what I do, no matter how hopeless I am, how confused, that guilt is always there reminding me of the truth.
Cobb's inner turmoil, as evidenced by Mal's projection, is essentially one of guilt. He was the one who pushed the boundaries and brought them into Limbo and, while he was also the one who got them out, it came at a great cost. Acceptance is the first step toward recovery… but shooting your guilt in the chest also helps.