Epictetus' Philosophy

The fundamental distinction between what is "up to us" and what is "not up to us" - the cornerstone of Stoic philosophy.

"Some things are within our power, while others are not."

True freedom comes from within and cannot be taken away by external circumstances.

"No one can harm you without your permission."

We suffer not from events themselves but from our judgments about events.

"It's not what happens to you, but how you react to it that matters."

Philosophy must be practiced daily through specific exercises and disciplines.

"Don't explain your philosophy. Embody it."