Human Traits & Qualities - Patience
Explore English proverbs regarding patience with sayings like "time works wonders" and "patience is bitter but its fruit is sweet".
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used to suggest that patience can provide comfort and relief during difficult times, and can help to heal emotional wounds and problems
used to imply that patience is more important than intelligence or knowledge, and can often lead to greater success in navigating challenges and achieving goals
used to imply that if one is patient and persistent, they will eventually be rewarded with success or good things
used to suggest that the passing of time can put things in perspective, and that the things that seem important or significant in the present may not matter in the long run
used to suggest that initial difficulties are a natural part of the learning process and with perseverance and determination, tasks can become easier to handle
used to advise one to be patient and wait until one has achieved actual results before expecting or assuming success and enjoying the rewards
used to imply that events that are planned for a long time tend to have a lasting impact, while those that are hastily done tend to be short-lived.
used to imply that being able to wait calmly and persistently without becoming frustrated, angry, or anxious is a valuable and desirable trait that can ultimately lead to success
used to imply that taking the time to do something right and with patience will yield better results than rushing through it
used to imply that a cautious, patient, and persistent approach is often more effective in achieving one's goals than a hasty, aggressive, or reckless approach
used to imply that taking breaks and having leisure time can lead to positive outcomes or opportunities that may not have been possible with constant work
used to suggest that the passage of time can lessen the intensity of emotional pain or suffering caused by a difficult experience or situation, and eventually lead to healing and recovery
used to imply that the passage of time can bring about positive changes, personal growth, and achievement in life, even in seemingly impossible situations, if one remains patient and perseveres
used to suggest that enduring difficult or challenging times can lead to positive outcomes and rewards
used to suggest that constantly monitoring or worrying about something can make it seem like it is taking longer to happen
used to imply that if one waits long enough, justice will eventually be served and one's enemies will face the consequences of their actions
used to suggest that waiting for something can be difficult, but the end result is often rewarding, emphasizing the importance of being patient and persistent in pursuing one's goals