The Economic Times

Portuguese Proverb of the Day: 'Past Waters Dont Move Mills'a Portuguese proverb to ponder upon timeless lesson in letting go

The Portuguese proverb 'guas passadas no movem moinhos' emphasizes the futility of dwelling on the past. It uses the vivid imagery of a water mill to illustrate that only current flow can power it, not water that has already passed. This timeless wisdom encourages focusing on the present and future for growth and emotional well-being.