: He emphasizes that firebending originates from within and is fueled by intent, requiring a mastery of the self before the element. The Hubris of the Student: Aang and Zhao
: Unlike other benders who view their abilities as a gift, Jeong Jeong views fire as a "horrible burden" that consumes and destroys without absolute self-control. [S1E16] The Deserter
: Driven by a desire for "tricks" rather than theory, Aang ignores Jeong Jeong's warnings, leading to him accidentally burning Katara. This event causes a "Heroic BSOD," where he vows to never firebend again. : He emphasizes that firebending originates from within