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c. 50–c. 135. Greek Stoic philosopher, born a slave; his teaching was written down by his student Arrian. 4 quotes.
Checked against Project Gutenberg eBook #45109.
Men are disturbed not by things, but by the views which they take of things.
Demand not that events should happen as you wish; but wish them to happen as they do happen, and you will go on well.
Never say of anything, “I have lost it,” but, “I have restored it.”
If you would improve, be content to be thought foolish and dull with regard to externals.