Why Trying to Control Everything is Making You a Prisoner #shorts #stoicism #epictetus #life

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These are quotes from Stoicism : Epictetus - Discourses

Epictetus was a Greek philosopher who lived in the first and second centuries AD. He was born a slave but eventually gained his freedom and became a well-known and respected philosopher. Epictetus believed in living a simple and virtuous life, and he emphasized the importance of personal responsibility and the power of the mind in shaping our lives. He taught that we cannot control external events, but we can control our reactions to them and how we choose to live our lives. Epictetus is known for his practical and down-to-earth approach to philosophy, and his teachings have had a lasting influence on Western thought

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About Discourses
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The Discourses by Epictetus is a collection of philosophical texts that present the teachings of the ancient Greek philosopher Epictetus. The Discourses are written in the form of lectures or conversations and cover a wide range of philosophical topics, including ethics, personal responsibility, and the nature of happiness. In the Discourses, Epictetus emphasizes the importance of living in accordance with reason and virtue, and he encourages his readers to take control of their lives and make choices that reflect their values and goals. The Discourses are notable for their practical and down-to-earth approach to philosophy, and they continue to be widely read and studied today.

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Extra sources of ideas
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I listen and get many ideas from "Stoicism on Fire". https://traditionalstoicism.com/step-out-of-the-epicurean-garden-and-into-the-stoic-cosmopolis-episode-24/

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