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Quote by Epictetus

“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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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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