Mischievous/Devil Guide - Lessons taught that are needed, not wanted

This is what a business in Canada was looking for in their tattoo design

Seeking a tattoo design for close friend:

"It's an adaptation from the 'twisted' Chesire Cat in American Macgee's Alice video game. More zombified and no markings or jewelry. But creepy. With the smile, torn ears, white eyes, and razor claws.

Detailed and shadowed in black, grey, and white. No colour aside from the detail around the claws. Giving a dragged or hooked look like the cat is on my skin climbing my back.

It's the devil's guide type. A mischievous being that causes chaos and mockery that teaches you the lessons you need, not guidance you want."

I asked my friend what her obvious deep resonance with the above concept was. Her response was:

"The poor decisions I've made in my life that taught me more than my quest for knowledge."

UPDATE: Tattoo would be about 2 inches in size. It's a little gremlin equivalent. Not meant to be seen. But always there. Read more