English (Loose translation): There is no point blaming yourself for something that has happened in the past.

Explanation: The truth is you cannot regret something that has yet to happen. Regret is always related to a past event, action or decision. But there is no benefit in blaming oneself for things that you cannot change any longer. One has to move on.

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English: Better late than never.

Explanation: No explanation required.

English (Loose translation): If you gave life to somebody, you should also provide him/her a source of livelihood.

Explanation: One practical application of this saying is the case of a parent-child relationship. It is not enough that a child is born to the world. It also the responsibility of a parent to give that child the facility to survive ~ through food, clothing and shelter (while still young) as well as education to prepare the child for his/her future.

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English: A reminder is an effective medicine to someone who forgets.

Explanation: Athough this saying does not require an explanation, someone may ask: Why is a reminder considered a medicine?

That is a very valid question. This is where the experience and wisdom of our parents are valuable. Even before science has confirmed that memory deficiency is a medical condition, Filipinos (or perhaps even people of other cultures) of olden times already knew that forgetfulness was a disease that needed to be cured. And the practical cure is reminders.

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English: A friend indeed is a friend in need.

Explanation: (No explanation required)

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