Practice yourself, for heavens sake in little things, and then proceed to greater.Epictetus
“Know, first, who you are, and then adorn yourself accordingly.”
“Know, first, who you are, and then adorn yourself accordingly.”
— EPICTETUS
Stoic philosopher · 50 – 135
Epictetus was a Greek-born slave in Rome who won his freedom and became one of the most influential Stoic teachers. His Discourses and the handbook known as the Enchiridion teach that freedom lies in mastering one's own judgments and desires.
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