find balance
[faɪnd ˈbæləns]
verb phrase
encontrar equilíbrio
1. to achieve a stable state or equilibrium between two or more competing demands, interests, or aspects of life
She struggled to find balance between her career and family responsibilities.
Ela lutava para encontrar equilíbrio entre sua carreira e responsabilidades familiares.
2. to reach a state of physical equilibrium or stability
The tightrope walker had to find balance while crossing the rope.
O equilibrista tinha que encontrar equilíbrio ao atravessar a corda.
3. to harmonize or reconcile different aspects or perspectives
The government needs to find balance between economic growth and environmental protection.
O governo precisa encontrar equilíbrio entre crescimento econômico e proteção ambiental.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, 'finding balance' has become increasingly important in contemporary discussions about work-life balance, mental health, and personal wellness. In Brazil, the concept is often discussed in relation to balancing professional ambitions with family values, while in the USA it frequently appears in wellness and self-help discourse.
NYC Slang
keep it balanced; keep it even
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