We have done with Hope and Honour. we are lost to Love and Truth, We are dropping down the ladder rung by rung; And the measure of our torment is the measure of our youth. God help us, for we knew the worst too young!
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If you can meet with Triumph and Disaster And treat those two impostors just the same.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes the importance of maintaining equanimity in the face of both success and failure.
Rudyard Kipling's quote illustrates the idea that triumph and disaster are both temporary states that should not overly influence our sense of self or actions. By referring to them as 'impostors,' Kipling suggests that both success and failure can be deceptive, and that true wisdom lies in treating them with equal composure, allowing individuals to maintain a balanced perspective regardless of external circumstances.
Themes
TriumphDisasterImpostorsWisdomEquanimity
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be a powerful reminder during a team meeting after a project has both succeeded and faced challenges.
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