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If he becomes so dependent that every problem as it arises is at once put before the teacher for solution, the consequence will eventually be an utter helplessness before all problems. The capacities for independent judgement, for taking the initiative, for showing creativeness and forming decisions, will decay and even disappear.
-- Notebooks Category 1: Overview of the Quest > Chapter 6 : Student-Teacher > # 630