No man is able to make progress when he is wavering between opposite things.
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He is a wise man who does not grieve for the things which he has not, but rejoices for those which he has.
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Nationality: | Greek |
Profession: | Philosopher |
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Epictetus was born in Hierapolis, Phrygia. He was a Greek speaking Stoic philosopher. His teachings were written down and published by his pupil Arrian in his Discourses. He taught that philosophy is a way of life and not just a theoretical discipline.
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