Maxioms by Epictetus
Men are not disturbed by things, but the view they take of things.
Men are not disturbed by things, but the view they take of things.
No man is free who is not a master of himself.
No man is free who is not a master of himself.
It is a sign of a dull nature to occupy oneself deeply in matters that concern the body; for instance, read more
It is a sign of a dull nature to occupy oneself deeply in matters that concern the body; for instance, to be over much occupied about exercise, about eating and drinking, about easing oneself, about sexual intercourse.
First say to yourself what you would be; and then do what you have to do.
First say to yourself what you would be; and then do what you have to do.