find peace

[/faɪnd piːs/]
verb phrase
encontrar paz
1. to achieve a state of mental calm, tranquility, or emotional stability
After years of therapy, she finally found peace with her past.
Depois de anos de terapia, ela finalmente encontrou paz com seu passado.
2. to resolve internal conflict or spiritual unrest
He went to the monastery to find peace and meditation.
Ele foi ao mosteiro para encontrar paz e meditação.
3. to reach a state of acceptance or forgiveness
She struggled to find peace after the argument with her sister.
Ela lutou para encontrar paz após a discussão com sua irmã.
In Brazilian culture, finding peace is often associated with spiritual practices, family reconciliation, and personal growth. The concept is frequently discussed in contexts of overcoming past traumas, family conflicts, or work-related stress. In American culture, 'find peace' is commonly used in self-help contexts, therapy discussions, and spiritual movements.
NYC Slang
get your zen on
Synonyms / Sinônimos
achieve tranquilityattain serenityreach calmdiscover contentmentobtain harmony
Antonyms / Antônimos
find turmoilexperience distressfeel agitationencounter conflict

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
encontrar paz
most common and universally understood
Rio de Janeiro
achar paz
informal alternative using 'achar' instead of 'encontrar'
São Paulo
alcançar paz
slightly more formal, using 'alcançar' (to achieve)
Portugal
encontrar paz
same as Brazilian Portuguese, though 'conseguir paz' may also be used

Related Words

inner peacepeace of mindtranquilityserenitycontentmentacceptance

Related Idioms & Phrases

make peace with something
rest in peace
peace of mind
inner peace
hold your peace
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