In the true student-teacher relationship authority is only recognized because it is earned. — Joseph J. Dewey. American philosopher, psychologist, and educational reformer (1859–1952)
If we believe we have no control, we acquiesce our real power, become subject to the decisions of others, and become like a leaf floating helplessly down a current of other people's decisions.
No earthly teacher is flawless. If you limit yourself to learning according to the exact mindset of the teacher, you will also inherit his flaws.