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Epicteto

A cornerstone of Stoic philosophy, Epictetus taught that true freedom lies in focusing exclusively on what we can control: our thoughts, judgments, and moral actions.

Frases de Epicteto

  • Men are disturbed not by things, but by the view which they take of them.
    Filosófico e Estoico
  • No man is free who is not master of himself.
    Liberdade e Autodomínio
  • First learn the meaning of what you say, and then speak.
    Sabedoria Prática
  • It is impossible for a man to learn what he thinks he already knows.
    Reflexão Intelectual
  • Don't seek for everything to happen as you wish it would, but rather wish that everything happens as it actually does—then you will be at peace.
    Aceitação e Paz
  • We have two ears and one mouth so that we can listen twice as much as we speak.
    Ética e Conduta
  • Only the educated are free.
    Filosófico e Social
  • If you want to improve, be content to be thought foolish and stupid with regard to external things.
    Desapego e Progresso
  • Sickness is a hindrance to the body, but not to the will, unless the will itself consents.
    Resiliência e Vontade
  • Every situation has two handles: one by which it can be carried, and another by which it cannot.
    Perspectiva Prática

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