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It is the nature of the wise to resist pleasures, but the foolish to be a slave to them.
A Quote By Epictetus
Epictetus
Stoic Philosopher
Epictetus, the Stoic philosopher and former slave, taught the power of inner freedom and control over one’s mind.
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Epictetus contrasts wisdom and foolishness by how we handle pleasure. True wisdom lies in self-mastery and resisting fleeting indulgence, while weakness gives in to every desire. His words teach restraint as a path to freedom.
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