Have one's feet on the ground

Meaning:

If we have our feet on the ground, we are practical. People with their feet on the ground think about practical things. If you have your feet on the ground, you aren't always dreaming, you aren't always thinking of things that aren't real. If you have your feet on the ground, you are good at dealing with daily necessities. We can also say, "to have both feet on the ground".

Example sentences:

1. He has his feet on the ground.
2. We need to have our feet on the ground.
3. Do you think it's important to have your feet on the ground?

Example dialogue:

A man is talking about how he would like to be more practical.

A: I'm always dreaming of the future. I do it too much.
B: What do you mean? What's wrong with dreaming of the future?
A: Well, I just think I need to have my feet on the ground more. I need to think more about practical things.
B: I see. Yes, you're right. It's important to be practical as well as a dreamer.
A: Yeah, it's best to have both qualities.

Practice:

Do you think you have your feet on the ground?