Epictetus

Circumstances don't make the man, they only reveal him to himself.

— Epictetus adversity

Discourses 1.24

If you want to improve, be content to be thought foolish and stupid.

— Epictetus wisdom

Enchiridion 13

There is only one way to happiness and that is to cease worrying about things which are beyond the power of our will.

— Epictetus control

Discourses 1.1

Don't just say you have read books. Show that through them you have learned to think better.

— Epictetus action

Discourses 4.4.11

No man is free who is not master of himself.

— Epictetus freedom

Discourses 4.1

You become what you give your attention to.

— Epictetus action

Discourses 4.4.46

Any person capable of angering you becomes your master.

— Epictetus control

Attributed

Remember, it is not enough to be hit or insulted to be harmed, you must believe that you are being harmed.

— Epictetus control

Enchiridion 20

The two most powerful warriors are patience and time.

— Epictetus wisdom

Attributed

Know, first, who you are; and then adorn yourself accordingly.

— Epictetus wisdom

Discourses 3.1