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Philosophy · 14 min

Epictetus: The Unshakable Self

By Epictetus

Explore Epictetus's 'Discourses' to understand how distinguishing between what's within our control and what isn't leads to profound inner peace and an unshakable self.

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“Explore Epictetus's 'Discourses' to understand how distinguishing between what's within our control and what isn't leads to profound inner peace and an unshakable self.”

— Epictetus, Epictetus: The Unshakable Self

What it is about

stoicism, philosophy, virtue

Who it is for

This book is for anyone seeking to fortify their inner world against external pressures, offering a profound mental model to distinguish between what can be controlled and what must be accepted, thereby cultivating an unshakeable serenity and sharper judgment in an unpredictable world.

The author

A former slave who rose to become a revered Stoic teacher, Epictetus offers a uniquely grounded and practical perspective on cultivating inner freedom and resilience, born from his own lived experience of navigating life's most profound constraints.

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