Down and Quote by Carl Sandburg
“A tree is best measured when it is down - and so it is with people.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Measure of Man, 1925
A person’s true worth is revealed when they are vulnerable or down, not just in success.
In simple terms: True worth shows in vulnerability.
Key Takeaway
Value people beyond their successes.
Themes
humility
character
valuation
Mood
thoughtful
respectful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- leadership assessments
- team building
- personal relationships
- mental health evaluations
Key Concepts
philosophy
literature
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you assess someone’s character in adversity?
- What signs indicate genuine strength?
A Different Perspective
Success can also reflect character; context matters.
![“Since I worked with Danny Boyle before on Slumdog Millionaire, we have great success and everything. So, when I first got the script and the screenplay of Simon (Beaufoy) and I was reading it, even before the shoot, some kind of sounds came into my mind and I put some stuff [down] and sent it to…” quote by A. R. Rahman](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/573/a-r-rahman-4481_cutting_since-i-worked-with-danny-boyle-before-o_539.jpg)
