On having to repeat a formula to obtain insight, coordination, and skill.
Some musicians say that without constant repetition their art cannot be realized; believing not to be fully awakened, needing to repeat something constantly in order to be able to realize themselves.
A caring teacher can be a guide, encouraging you through ways to create, grow, and develop freely with your own intelligence.
Repeating a phrase over and over may seem progressive, but it cannot show you true understanding of the actual nature of creation, nor reveal emancipation.
Many people do practices mechanically, believing that this will bring them insight and emancipation. They are caught in formulas, words, and patterns, and are not using their intelligence to receive and practice the music.
IT CAN BE DANGEROUS TO PRACTICE WITHOUT USING YOUR OWN INTELLIGENCE.