Epictetus

Any person capable of angering you becomes your master.
-Epictetus

The key is to keep company only with people who uplift you, whose presence calls forth your best.
-Epictetus

He is a wise man who does not grieve for the things which he has not, but rejoices for those which he has.
-Epictetus

To make the best of what is in our power, and take the rest as it occurs.
-Epictetus

To live a life of virtue, you have to become consistent, even when it isn’t convenient, comfortable, or easy.
-Epictetus

Deliberate much before saying or doing anything, for you will not have the power of recalling what is said or done.
-Epictetus

In prosperity it is very easy to find a friend; but in adversity it is the most difficult of all things. -Epictetus

Don’t be concerned with other people’s impressions of you. They are dazzled and deluded by appearances. Stick with your purpose. This alone will strengthen your will and give your life coherence.
-Epictetus

Desire and happiness cannot live together.
-Epictetus

Any person capable of angering you becomes your master.
-Epictetus