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Nozioni e Sentimenti - Contentamento e Felicità

Esplora i proverbi inglesi che raffigurano contentezza e felicità con detti come "i pesciolini sono dolci" e "è meglio essere felici che saggi".

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a contented mind is a perpetual feast

used as a reminder that true happiness and contentment come from within, and that a person who is satisfied with what they have will always feel fulfilled and satisfied

La soddisfazione interiore porta una felicità duratura

La soddisfazione interiore porta una felicità duratura

Ex: The wealthy businessman realized too late that a contented mind is a perpetual feast, and that money couldn't buy him true happiness. 
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humble hearts (often|tend to|) have humble desires

used to suggest that modest and unpretentious people tend to have more realistic expectations and are less likely to be disappointed or frustrated by unattainable goals or desires

Le persone umili tendono ad avere desideri più semplici e realistici

Le persone umili tendono ad avere desideri più semplici e realistici

Ex: While his friends sought fame and glory, the artist was most fulfilled when bringing joy to others through his craft; humble hearts have humble desires. 
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bird in the hand is worth two in the bush

used to imply that it is better to hold onto something you already have for sure, rather than risking it for the possibility of getting more in the future

Ciò che è sicuro vale più di un'opportunità maggiore ma incerta

Ciò che è sicuro vale più di un'opportunità maggiore ma incerta

Ex: She was tempted to leave for a new opportunity, but realized a bird in the hand is worth two in the bush. 
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a happy heart is better than a full purse

used to emphasize that true happiness and contentment come from within, and that material wealth is not a guarantee of happiness or fulfillment

La felicità vale più della ricchezza materiale

La felicità vale più della ricchezza materiale

Ex: The person who pursued their passion and found fulfillment in their work was happier than the person who had a high-paying job but disliked what they did.  As they say, a happy heart is better than a full purse. 
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better an egg in peace than an ox in war

used to emphasize that having a peaceful and contented life is more important than having wealth or material possessions that come at the cost of constant conflict or stress

Una vita semplice e pacifica è meglio di una ricchezza piena di conflitti

Una vita semplice e pacifica è meglio di una ricchezza piena di conflitti

Ex: I may not have a lot of money, but I remind myself that it's better to have an egg in peace than an ox in war and find contentment in the simple things in life. 
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better an egg today than a hen tomorrow

used to emphasize the importance of valuing what one has in the present moment instead of waiting for something better in the future, which may not materialize

Un piccolo guadagno sicuro oggi vale più di uno maggiore ma incerto domani

Un piccolo guadagno sicuro oggi vale più di uno maggiore ma incerto domani

Ex: I was tempted to hold out for a higher salary, but then I remembered the old saying 'better an egg today than a hen tomorrow.' 
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better half an egg than an empty shell

used as a reminder to be grateful for what one has and to appreciate the value of even small possessions or accomplishments

Avere poco è meglio che non avere nulla

Avere poco è meglio che non avere nulla

Ex: Although the bonus was smaller than she expected, she reminded herself that 'better half an egg than an empty shell' and was grateful for the extra money. 
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little fish are sweet

used to imply that one should appreciate and value the small things in life, as even small pleasures or accomplishments can bring joy and satisfaction

Anche le piccole cose possono dare gioia e soddisfazione

Anche le piccole cose possono dare gioia e soddisfazione

Ex: The child's laughter reminded me that little fish are sweet, and that sometimes the simplest things can bring the greatest joy. 
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when all fruit fails, welcome haws

used to suggest that when one's first choice or preferred option is not available, one should be flexible and willing to accept something else that may be less desirable but still of value

Se l'opzione preferita non è disponibile,  è meglio accettare un'alternativa valida

Se l'opzione preferita non è disponibile, è meglio accettare un'alternativa valida

Ex: The restaurant was out of my favorite dish, but I decided to try something new and it turned out to be delicious.  When all fruit fails, welcome haws. 
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if you cannot live longer, live deeper

used to emphasize that pursuing a purposeful and fulfilling life is more valuable than simply living a long time

La qualità e il significato della vita contano più della sua durata

La qualità e il significato della vita contano più della sua durata

Ex: The retiree decided to make the most of their remaining time and create meaningful experiences with loved ones, living by the principle 'if you cannot live longer, live deeper.' 
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it is better to travel hopefully than to arrive

used to imply that the experience of working towards a goal can be fulfilling in itself, and that the journey is often more valuable than the destination

Il percorso verso un obiettivo può valere più del suo raggiungimento

Il percorso verso un obiettivo può valere più del suo raggiungimento

Ex: The athlete found joy in the training and the process of improving, rather than just winning the competition, living by the philosophy that it is better to travel hopefully than to arrive. 
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being happy is better than being king

used to emphasize that personal happiness and contentment are more important than power or status, as material possessions do not necessarily lead to happiness

La felicità è più importante del potere e dello status

La felicità è più importante del potere e dello status

Ex: The athlete retired from professional sports to spend more time with their family, recognizing that being happy is better than being king. 
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better a lean peace than a fat victory

used to imply that it is better to achieve a peaceful resolution, even if it means making some compromises, rather than achieving a victory that comes at a high cost

Una pace raggiunta con compromessi è meglio di una vittoria ottenuta a caro prezzo

Una pace raggiunta con compromessi è meglio di una vittoria ottenuta a caro prezzo

Ex: The business partners chose to compromise on certain terms to ensure a mutually beneficial agreement, acknowledging that better a lean peace than a fat victory. 
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it is better to be happy than wise

used to imply that personal happiness and fulfillment are more important than knowledge or academic achievement

La felicità personale è più importante della conoscenza e del successo accademico

La felicità personale è più importante della conoscenza e del successo accademico

Ex: The scientist chose a career path that allowed for a healthy work-life balance, believing that it is better to be happy than wise. 
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