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Perseverancia - Medios y Soluciones

Explora los proverbios ingleses sobre medios y soluciones, incluyendo "la preocupación no es cura" y "querer es poder".

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Empezar a aprender
Perseverance
[make] bricks without straw

to be forced to do a difficult or impossible task without the necessary resources

Hacer una tarea difícil sin los recursos necesarios es casi imposible

Hacer una tarea difícil sin los recursos necesarios es casi imposible

Ex: The soldiers had to build a shelter in the desert, making bricks without straw. 
where there is a will, there is a way

used to emphasize that if a person is determined enough to do something, they will find a way to do it, regardless of the obstacles or challenges

Con suficiente determinación se puede encontrar una forma de alcanzar la meta

Con suficiente determinación se puede encontrar una forma de alcanzar la meta

Ex: Don’t give up—where there’s a will, there’s a way, and you’ll find a solution. 
if you are not part of the solution, you are part of the problem

used to suggest that not taking action to solve a problem is equivalent to contributing to it

Si no contribuyes a la solución,  formas parte del problema

Si no contribuyes a la solución, formas parte del problema

Ex: The teacher reminded her students that if you are not part of the solution, you are part of the problem when discussing the importance of taking an active role in addressing issues such as bullying and discrimination in the classroom. 
dirty water will quench (any|) fire

used to imply that sometimes a quick solution to a problem may seem effective, but it can actually cause more harm than good

Una solución rápida puede funcionar temporalmente pero causar más daño

Una solución rápida puede funcionar temporalmente pero causar más daño

Ex: When my colleague tried to solve a problem with a quick fix, I reminded them that dirty water will quench fire.  It's important to think through the consequences of our actions. 
distant water will not quench your immediate thirst

used to imply that a solution or resource that is far away or inaccessible cannot address an immediate need or problem, emphasizing the need for practical and immediate solutions

Una necesidad urgente requiere una solución disponible e inmediata

Una necesidad urgente requiere una solución disponible e inmediata

Ex: As a project manager, I prioritize tasks based on their urgency and importance.  Distant water will not quench your immediate thirst, and it's important to address pressing issues first. 
least said, soonest mended

used to suggest that sometimes it is best to say as little as possible about a problem or conflict in order to avoid making it worse

A veces hablar menos evita que un conflicto empeore

A veces hablar menos evita que un conflicto empeore

Ex: I know there's a lot to discuss, but perhaps we should take a break for now.  Least said, soonest mended. 
care is no cure
care is no cure
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used to suggest that simply being concerned or worried about a problem or situation is not enough to solve it

Preocuparse por sí solo no resuelve el problema

Preocuparse por sí solo no resuelve el problema

Ex: Jane's parents were worried about her anxiety, but they knew that care is no cure and encouraged her to seek professional help. 
(if|when) you are in a hole, stop digging

used to imply that when one finds oneself in a difficult situation, it is important to stop doing things that are making it worse and instead focus on finding a solution

Cuando estás en problemas,  deja de hacer lo que empeora la situación

Cuando estás en problemas, deja de hacer lo que empeora la situación

Ex: You're trying to improve your mental health, but you keep engaging in negative self-talk and self-destructive behaviors.  If you're in a hole, stop digging and seek support from a therapist or trusted friend or family member. 
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