1. Patience: Hurry causes us to make mistakes, and those mistakes cause us to miss out on potential blessings.
2. Mindfulness: When we're in a hurry, we don't have time to notice or enjoy the blessings we have.  

No por mucho madrugar amanece más temprano
(Waking up early doesn't make the sun rise any sooner)

欲速则不达
(Haste makes waste)

When Tsz-hiá became governor of Kü-fu, and consulted him about government, he answered, "Do not wish for speedy results. Do not look at trivial advantages. If you wish for speedy results, they will not be far-reaching; and if you regard trivial advantages you will not successfully deal with important affairs."

Tout vient a point a qui sait attendre
(Everything comes to those who wait)

Pole pole ndio mwendo
(Slow slow is the way to go)

Haraka haraka haina baraka
aaba, 3+3/3+3 

1. Planning: Before you undertake any task, take the time to plan. Break down large tasks into smaller manageable steps, and give yourself enough time to complete each step well.
2. Decision Making: Avoid making quick, impulsive decisions, especially on important matters. List all of your options, weigh the pros and cons, seek advice, and then make an informed choice.
3. Learning: Instead of trying to rush through a book, class or homework exercise, go slowly, ask questions, and reread until you fully understand the material. This way you will truly learn and remember the information, rather than forgetting it quickly. You'll also enjoy learning a lot more!
4. Relationships: Building strong relationships takes time. Whether it's with friends, family, or romantic partners, don't rush. Invest time in getting to know the person, understanding them, and building a strong foundation.
5. Work: Try to prioritize quality over speed, and take breaks to avoid burnout. Avoid rushing through your tasks just to get them over with. This not only results in higher quality work but also helps you learn and grow in your role.
6. Health: Don't look for quick fixes or shortcuts when it comes to your health. Regular exercise, healthy eating, and adequate sleep are all essential, and they require time and commitment.
7. Self-Improvement: Personal growth and development is a gradual process. Don’t rush it. Set achievable goals, work towards them step by step, and appreciate the small victories along the way.
8. Mindfulness: Pay attention to where you are and what you are doing. When eating, savor each bite.  When walking, notice the sensation of each step. When speaking with someone, give them your full attention. "Haraka haraka haina baraka," teaches us to value the journey, not just the destination. 
   
   

1. Subira: Haraka husababisha makosa, na makosa hutuzuia baraka. (Nenda taratibu)
2. Mindfulness (yaani uwepo kiakili na utulivu): Tunapopoenda kwa haraka, hakuna muda wa kutambua, kutumia au kufurahia baraka tulizo nazo. 

No por mucho madrugar amanece más temprano
(Kuamka mapema hakufanyi jua kuchomoza mapema)

Tout vient a point a qui sait attendre
(Everything comes to those who wait)

 Pole pole ndio mwendo 

欲速则不达

Tsz-hiá alipokuwa Mkuu wa Mkoa wa Kü-fu, aliomba ushauri wa Konfusio juu ya serikali,  Konfusio akajibu "Usitamani matokeo ya haraka. Usiangalie faida ndogo. Ukitaka matokeo ya haraka, hayatakuwa ya mbali; na ukizingatia faida ndogo huwezi kukabiliana vizuri na mambo muhimu."

Kwa mujibu wa tarehe/historia, yaelekea kuwa mithali zilitangulia tungo za ushairi, na watungaji wa Kiswahili walikuwa na fursa ya kutumia hazina kubwa ya mithali zilizohifadhiwa na wakuzaji wa masimulizi na mapokeo ambao wengi wao walikuwa wanawake. Mithali za hapo mwanzoni bila shaka zilitungwa kwa mitindo ya ushairi ambayo polepole ikatakata na kuweka imara miundo ya arudhi/prozodi zilizokubaliwa kuwa za kawaida. Mithali za Kiswahili za kawaida mno, na zilizo fupi pia, ni zenye mizani 6, 8, 12 au 16. Nyingi zao hutumika katika tunga kama mistari, vipande au mikarara/vipokeo. Kuna mifano ming i ya mashairi yanayoanzia na mithali fulani na pia ni maelezo marefu ya mithali yenyewe.Katika mifano ifuatayo kutoka mashairi mbalimbali kuna ikaa (mwendo wa ulinganiful ya 3 + 3, yaani mizani 6 parnoja na kituo cha kati na mkazo kwenye mizani ya mwisho ila moja: [Mifano:] Akili ni mali. Mahaba ni haba. Mapenzi majonzi.
Kituo katika mithali na fumbo kisababishacho vipande 2, 3 au 4 ni sawa na kituo chenye ikaa/mwendo katika mashairi ya vina yenye mizani kamiIi zinazolingana. Vina vyenyewe vinaweza kuelezwa kama ifuatavyo. [Mifano]:
Haraka haraka / haina baraka (aaba, 3+3/3+3)
(Kwa) haba na haba / hujaza kibaba. (aaba, 3+3/3+3)

Kuweka Mipango: Kabla ya kuanza kazi/mradi, chukua muda wa kuweka mipango. Gawanya kazi kubwa katika hatua ndogo zinazoweza kudhibitiwa, na ujipe muda wa kutosha kukamilisha kila hatua vizuri.
Kufanya Maamuzi: Usifanye maamuzi kwa haraka na ya haraka, hasa kuhusu mambo muhimu. Orodhesha chaguzi zako zote, pima faida na hasara, tafuta ushauri, kisha ufanye chaguo sahihi.
Kujifunza: Badala ya kujaribu kusoma kitabu, darasa au zoezi la nyumbani kwa haraka, nenda polepole, jiulize maswali, soma tena na tena hadi uelewe nyenzo kikamilifu. Kwa njia hii utajifunza kweli na kukumbuka habari, badala ya kuisahau haraka. Pia utafurahia kujifunza mengi zaidi!
Mahusiano: Kujenga mahusiano imara huchukua muda. Iwe na marafiki, familia, au mapenzi, usikimbilie. Wekeza muda katika kumfahamu mtu, kumwelewa, na kujenga msingi imara.
Kazi: Zingatia ubora kuliko kasi, na uchukue muda wako wa mapumziko ili kuepuka uchovu. Epuka kuharakisha kazi zako ili kuzimaliza haraka. Ukienda haraka hautafanya kazi yenye ubora wa juu, lakini pia kufanya kazi kwa makini hukusaidia kujifunza na kukua.
Afya: Usitafute suluhisho la haraka wala njia za mkato katika masuala ya afya yako. Mazoezi, chakula safi, na mapumziko ni muhimu, na yote yanahitaji muda.
Kujiboresha: Ukuaji na maendeleo ya kibinafsi ni mchakato wa muda mrefu. Usiharakishe. Weka malengo yanayoweza kufikiwa, yafanyie kazi hatua kwa hatua, na uthamini ushindi mdogo unaoendelea.
Mindfulness (uwepo wa kiakili): Kuwa makini na mahali ulipo na kile unachokifanya. Wakati wa kula, furahia ladha kile unapotafuna. Unapozungumza na mtu, mzikilize kwa makini. "Haraka haraka haina baraka" inatufundisha maisha ni safari.