Every act of conscious learning requires the willingness to suffer an injury to one's self-esteem. That is why young children, before they are aware...

Every act of conscious learning requires the willingness to suffer an injury to one's self-esteem. That is why young children, before they are aware of their own self-importance, learn so easily. ~Thomas Szasz

Discussion Prompt:

The above quote employs several psychological terms. Try to unpack the meaning of the quote, in your answer explain what Szasz might mean by the term 'conscious' as it is used with respect to learning. Also, determine if you agree that learning is easier without the awareness of one's own self-importance. Defend your answer.