Discourses
25 discourses from the four books of Epictetus's teachings, as recorded by his student Arrian. Practical lessons on what you can control, how to handle hardship, and what philosophy is actually for.
388 cards · ~3 hr 45 min read
Preview
Think of people defending a strong city. They mock the enemy soldiers trying to attack them: "Look at those fools wasting their time. Our walls are solid. We have plenty of food. We have everything we need." That's what makes a city impossible to conquer. For you, it's your opinions that make your soul impossible to conquer. What wall is stronger? What body is tougher? What possession is safer? What reputation is more secure than your own thoughts?