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Do not say of anything "I have lost it," but rather, "I have given it back." Has your wife died? You have given her back. Has your child died? You have given him back. Have you lost your home? You have given it back, "But, you may retort, "a bad person took it." It is not your concern by what means something returns to the Source from which it came. For as long as the Source entrusts something to your hands, treat it as something borrowed, like a traveler at an inn.If you make peace with all thi...
A simple, quick and easy to read translation of The Manual by Epictetus. This book is full of philosophical principals that I would like to live my life by. I have highlights on almost every page of this book!
I wish I read this book when I was 25. A quick read on stocism and its principles that are so close to my personal principles and values. Some things are a bit vague and too abstract but still it’s a great read for young folks who judge themselves too often.4.5/5
Three Sentence Summary1. Only your thoughts and actions are within your power.2. Do not be disturbed by things that are not within your power.3. An event becomes how you interpret it, not what it actually is.
The best philosophy book I've read in months. Short read, but a treasure trove of information on stoicism. This was such an excellent book. Timeless classic aphorisms. I'm very impressed by this book. Further proof that Epictetus is my favorite philosopher. Highly recommended for fans of Discourses and Selected Writings4.9/5
A Wonderful TranslationI'm a sucker for plainly written translations, and this exceeds expectations. As for the content, while you probably won't agree with every maxim (I didn't), there's no question you'll find several passages that will push you toward meaningful change in your life.
Lead me, Fate, wherever you willand I will cheerfully follow. For, even if I kick and wail,all the same, I must follow._ Cleanthes
Very quick and easy to read--nuggets of wisdom.I finished the text in under 30 minutes but each but if wisdom requires deep contemplation and inner work. An interesting ancient perspective that still holds weight.
There are a whole bunch of short translations of the Enchiridion, and this is one of them. I can't really recommend one over the others, so I'd say get a bunch of them and read 'em all (they're cheap).In terms of value/word, this is about as good as it gets. So I'll give it five stars and move on.
A quick read, a reader's digest of Epictetus writings, the 'main points' taken out and put into very short chapters you can print in a calendar. If you're after the life advice portion, and only that - no historical context etc. - of stoic thought this is a good start.What of things, objects, and beings that delight your mind, are of good practical use, or which you dearly love? Remind yourself of their true nature, beginning with the smallest trifle and working upward.If you have a favorite cup...
Nicely organized but redundant which is especially frustrating considering its size
”You are the curator of your own fortunes and misfortunes” ”Of things some are in our power, and others are not. In our powers are opinion, movement toward a thing, desire, aversion (turning from a thing); and in a word, whatever are our own acts: not in our power are the body, property, reputation, offices (magisterial power), and in a word, whatever are not our own acts”If you like or are familiar with Stoicism, none of what is in here will come as a surprise to you, but will more likely make
Stoicism and Buddhism, in terms of practical philosophy, are basically two sides of the same coin. The former is the intellectual/mental path, and the latter is the meditative path. Truly both are the only acceptable forms of 'self-help.' This book and the Meditations by Marcus Aurelius emphasize the invincibility of the rational soul and the necessity of anchoring oneself in its stable ground to withstand the storms of life. It is not a very popular prescription but very purposeful. True freedo...
Agreed with some parts, disagreed with others. Not everything is fully applicable to modern-day life or should be taken literally. Regardless, it's a quick read and has several helpful nuggets of advice, especially for anyone who spends too much time/energy worrying about what others think.
Now, this was a short book, I finished it in 30 minutes! The book cover is misleading: it's not a compilation of passages of Epictetus, it's a rewriting of his ideas entirely in Sam Torode's words, based on his reading and understanding of Epictetus. The content is concise, clear and straightforward on how to act and think like a stoic philosopher. I rate it 4/5 because some ideas are repeated and because throughout the book, you do not get to grasp the context and the 'why' underlying the ideas...
I’m sure I’m going to read this over and over again.
A most excellent book dealing with various situations in life and how to deal with them, the right attitude, reason, philosophy as a way of life, etc. A very short book worth a quick read, taking half an hour to an hour to read.
I finally understand the guy who calls everyone normies Honestly it wasn't bad although there was actually a lot I did not agree with. This took me a while to read despite being short. It was a bit judgy.
Short and to the point. Truly one of the wisest Vulcans ever born on Earth.
At first I was drained from listening to Epictetus drone on and on; Like Admiral Stockdale I too thought: "Here I am a fighter pilot and martini drinker, and all I hear is this ancient rag droning on and on about not worrying about things outside the control of the will ; charitably put I thought him to be irrelevant". It would have been a mistake to stop there; like Epictetus he wants you to stop and wait to evaluate your impressions. My delayed impression is that Epictetus is an Incredible Tea...
