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No man is disturbed by things, but by his opinion about things.

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Epictetus
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Epictetus of Hierapolis
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Pain or pleasure? I say pleasure.
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Act well your given part the choice rests not with you.
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What is it to be a philosopher? Is it not to be prepared against events?
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No matter what happens, it is within my power to turn it to my advantage.
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