English / proverb
Better to Light a Candle than to Curse the Darkness
MEANING IN ENGLISH
It is far more constructive to take positive action to improve a situation than merely to complain about adversity.
In context
01
Instead of enviously lamenting the wealth of others, remember that it is better to light a candle than to curse the darkness.
02
She combated her professional jealousy through community service, proving it is better to light a candle than to curse the darkness.
Synonyms
take constructive action,be proactive,make a difference
Antonyms
complain in vain,wallow in self-pity,curse fate
Collocations
better to light a candle than curse,motto of better to light a candle,belief that better to light a candle