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Epictetus cured anxiety 2,000 years before therapy existed.

He was born a slave. Lame. With nothing. And he became the master whom a Roman emperor would study.

His teachings are the rawest manual for a calm mind.

7 phrases from him that still work

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Epictetus did not write books. He taught by speaking, and a student took notes.

We call it the Enchiridion: the handbook. Inside, there is a system for fear, anger, and thoughts that won't stop.

And it all starts from a single idea. The most important of them all:

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1. "Some things are up to us and others are not."

It depends on you: your opinion, your desire, your actions.
It does not depend on you: your body, your fame, your possessions, what others do.

Almost all your anxiety comes from confusing one with the other.

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2. "Things do not disturb us, but our opinions about things."

It is not the traffic jam, the criticism, or the failure that distresses you.

It is your judgment: "this is terrible," "I can't stand it."…

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Never ruin yourself trying to impress others.

10 rules for MEN (don't skip #6):

1. Never go back to the woman who cheated on you.

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It showed you exactly who they are.

Don't become their plan B or an option.

Respect yourself enough to walk away and not look back.

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2. Never allow anyone to disrespect you.

The moment you allow it, you lose control over yourself.
Stand firm, demand respect, and tolerate nothing less than that.

You are a man of valor, and people must know it.

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3. Never shake hands while seated.

It is a sign of weakness and laziness.
Stand up, look him in the eyes, and squeeze firmly.

Your handshake is your word—make sure it commands respect.

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4. Never ruin yourself to impress others.

Only fools sacrifice their future for fleeting approval.

Let others chase vanity while you build wealth.

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5. Never eat the last piece of something you didn't buy.