Epictetus quotes
"The good or ill of a man lies within his own will."
"First say to yourself what you would be; and then do what you have to do."
"Only the educated are free."
"Know, first, who you are; and then adorn yourself accordingly."
"Preach not to others what they should eat, but eat as becomes you, and be silent."
"Make the best use of what is in your power, and take the rest as it happens."
"First learn the meaning of what you say, and then speak."
"If you do not wish to be prone to anger, do not feed the habit; give it nothing which may tend to its increase."
"We have two ears and one mouth so we may listen more and talk the less."
"First say to yourself what you would be; and then do what you have to do."
