We are not disturbed by what happens to us, but by our thou… - Epictetus

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We are not disturbed by what happens to us, but by our thoughts about what happens to us.

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Epictetus (c. 55 – c. 135 AD), born a slave, was a Greek Stoic philosopher. His words were recorded by his student Arrian in the Discourses and Enchiridion written in the early 2nd-century.

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Native Name: ΕΠΙΚΤΗΤΟΣ

Alternative Names: Epictetus of Hierapolis • Epiktetos

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"But the wise man knows that all things are in store for him. Whatever happens, he says: "I knew it.

I must die. Must I then die lamenting? I must be put in chains. Must I then also lament? I must go into exile. Does any man then hinder me from going with smiles and cheerfulness and contentment?

Be not swept off your feet by the vividness of the impression, but say, "Impression, wait for me a little. Let me see what you are and what you represent. Let me try you."

We are not disturbed by what happens to us, but by our thoughts about what happens to us. - Epictetus

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