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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.”

Quote by Epictetus

Book:The Philosophy of Epictetus: Golden Sayings and Fragments

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The Philosophy of Epictetus: Golden Sayings and Fragments

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Epictetus was a renowned Greek philosopher born in 55 AD and died in 135 AD. He founded the Stoic school of philosophy, emphasizing the importance of reason, morality, and self-control, which had a profound impact on subsequent philosophy. more

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