First say to yourself what you would be; and then do what you have to do. -Epictetus

 

First say to yourself what you would be; and then do what you have to do.


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This quote is just one of 27 total Epictetus quotes in our collection. Epictetus is known for saying 'First say to yourself what you would be; and then do what you have to do. ' as well as some of the following quotes.

It is impossible to begin to learn that which one thinks one already knows.

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No man is free who is not master of himself.

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We have two ears and one mouth so we may listen more and talk the less. -Epictetus
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Make the best use of what is in your power, and take the rest as it happens.

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What is the first business of one who practices philosophy? To get rid of self-conceit. For it is impossible for anyone to begin to learn that which he thinks he already knows.

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If you would cure anger, do not feed it. Say to yourself: 'I used to be angry every day; then every other day; now only every third or fourth day.' When you reach thirty days offer a sacrifice of thanksgiving to the gods. -Epictetus
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Only the educated are free.

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