We all go through rough patches, periods of time when nothing seems to be working out for us.
And though it's pretty normal to suffer a bad day or two (because... life), remember not to let it get to you.
Arabs have a way of making light of the world around them, through expressions and proverbs that just lift your spirits.
Remember these the next time you're having a bad day!
1. Yimkin Kheera
When you really wanted that job but never got a call back...
They'll say: Yimkin kheera (maybe it's for the best).
2. Seebak/Seebek minhom
When you tell them about that co-worker from hell...
They'll say: Seebak/seebek minhom (ignore them) and then they'll most probably offer you something to eat.
3. Hawenha Tehoon
When you're over-stressed and need someone to put things into perspective...
They'll say: Hawenha tehoon.
4. Tofrag
When nothing's going your way...
They'll say: Tofrag (It'll get better).
5. Khaleek Motafa2el
When you're turning into a pessimist...
They'll say: Khaleek motafa2el (Stay positive).
6. Shedda w tzoul
When you're on the verge of a mental breakdown...
They'll say: Shedda w tezoul (This too shall pass).
7. Byemshe el 7al... with a side of ice-cream of course
When you think everything is just going downhill...
They'll say: Byemshe el 7al (It'll eventually work out).
8. Khalli Ywalli
When you really want a piece of cake and you're just fed up with that cabbage salad diet...
They'll say: Khalli ywalli diet (to hell with that diet... or anything else that bothers you).