Never look down on anybody unless you're helping him up
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Look down on others only to assist them, not to judge.
- In plain terms
- Only stoop to someone if you're helping them rise.
- What can you take from it?
- Support others instead of looking down on them.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you lift others up?
- When is help needed?
Another view
It simplifies complex social hierarchies.
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