The great man is always willing to be little. Whilst he sits on the cushions of his advantages, he goes to sleep. When he is pushed, tormented, defeated, he has a chance to learn something; he has been put on his wits, on his manhood; he has gained facts; learns his ignorance; is cured of the insanity of conceit; has got moderation and real skill. The wisest man throws himself on the side of his assailants. It is more his interest than theirs to find his weak point.
- Emerson
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