You can only lean against that which resists.
More Indian Proverbs:
He who loves the truth has many enemies.Indian
When you drink milk under the palm tree, people will say that it is palm wine.
Indian
We admire what we do not understand.
Indian
Don't bargain for fish which are still in the water.
Indian
Good people, like clouds, receive only to give away.
Indian
Use medicine as well as prayers.
Indian