Tag: Epictetus
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He is a wise man who does not grieve for the things which he has not, but rejoices for those which he has.
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Whenever you are angry, be assured that it is not only a present evil, but that you have increased a habit.
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It is not death or pain that is to be dreaded, but the fear of pain or death.
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Be careful to leave your sons well instructed rather than rich, for the hopes of the instructed are better than the wealth of the ignorant.
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There is only one way to happiness and that is to cease worrying about things which are beyond the power of our will.
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God has entrusted me with myself.
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Do not seek to bring things to pass in accordance with your wishes, but wish for them as they are, and you will find them.
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He is a drunkard who takes more than three glasses though he be not drunk.
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If you desire to be good, begin by believing that you are wicked.
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Know, first, who you are, and then adorn yourself accordingly.
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