Well, I am a glider pilot, certified for all 3 launch types. I never
questioned whether it was easy, just what the limits of legality were. You
do not have to be safe or smart to be a pilot. In fact my wife thinks the
contrary is true.

And, yes, my glider instructor claimed I made him sick flying in the back
seat of the glider while I cross controlled "kicking" the yarn, while
transistioning to gliders.