mrbonk, would you allow me to expand on your astute observation?

Here's what I've learned at the field and from the many enlightening responses in this thread....(paraphrasing mrbonk's synopsis):

Some people get it. Some people get it a little. Some people don't get it. Some people will never get it.

Thanks to all you wonderful instructors that selflessly give their time to the last three.

I can tell you, they appreciate it whether they learn to fly, or not.

(thank you mbonk for bringing that up!)