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Quem muito fala pouco acerta
Um provérbio que nos lembra da importância de pensar antes de falar.
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Quem muito fala pouco acerta, já dizia a minha avózinha.
Sim, o provérbio “quem muito fala pouco acerta” alerta-nos para os perigos de falar demais.
Quando falamos sem pensar cometemos erros, podemos magoar outras pessoas ou até mesmo revelar informações confidenciais.
É importante pensar antes de falar e, acima de tudo, ter um pouco de cuidado com as palavras que escolhemos.
Lembra-te também que nem sempre é necessário falar para se comunicar. Às vezes, o melhor que temos a fazer é simplesmente estarmos presentes e ouvir.
Enfim, se queres acertar mais, fala menos.
Translation
My grandmother used to say that people who talk a lot don’t get much right.
Yes, the proverb “those who speak too much say little” warns us of the dangers of speaking too much.
When we speak without thinking, we make mistakes, we can hurt other people, or even reveal confidential information.
It’s important to think before you speak and, above all, to be a little careful with the words you choose.
Also, remember that it’s not always necessary to speak to communicate. Sometimes the best thing to do is simply to be present and listen.
In short, if you want to get it right, speak less.
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