“Nothing outside the will can hinder or harm the will; it can only harm itself. If then we accept this, and, when things go amiss, are inclined to blame ourselves, remembering that judgment alone can disturb our peace and constancy, I swear to you by all the gods that we have made progress.”
Quote by Epictetus
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The Discourses and Manual: Together with Fragments of His Writings
This book is a compilation of the discourses and manual, along with fragments of the writings of a notable ancient philosopher. It includes a selection of his philosophical and political treatises, offering insights into his thoughts and ideas. more
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