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“If a person gave your body to any stranger he met on his way, you would certainly be angry.”

— Epictetus, Enchiridion 28 (translation by Elizabeth Carter)
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About Epictetus

50 – 135

Greek Stoic philosopher born into slavery who became one of antiquity's most influential thinkers. His teachings, recorded by his student Arrian, emphasize personal freedom through mastery of one's own mind.

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