Here is what the ancient Greek philosopher Epictetus said.

Disease hinders the body, but not the will. The lameness does not hinder walking, nor does it hinder the will. Say this to yourself every time something happens, because you will find that it gets in the way of something else but not you.

To be free from passion and to gain peace of mind, a price must be paid. There is nothing without a price.

Remember that you are an actor in the play, and the author decides whether the script is long or short. If he asks you to play a poor man, you should play the part with all your strength.

There is only one road to freedom, and despise what is beyond your reach.

So, when someone makes you angry, you need to know that what makes you angry is your own thoughts.

Therefore, when encountering something, you must first think about what you are going to do, and then check your own ability and whether you can afford it. Because different people are born with different tasks.

Remain silent most of the time. Even if you speak, you only say what is necessary and finish it in a few sentences.

Don’t go to listen to other people’s speeches without any reason. If you go, you must behave dignifiedly and be serious to avoid annoying others.

Be careful to get carried away when you imagine something pleasant. Two more things to remember: How long will you enjoy the pleasure? How long will you regret and curse yourself afterwards.

When you eat with others, do not consider the value of the food in front of you to your body, but maintain your self-respect in front of the host.

Excessive consideration of the body, prolonged exercise, eating, drinking and other physical functions are signs of mental dullness. These things are only done in passing, and all the attention must be put on the spirit.

Anytus and Meletus have the right to put me to death, but they cannot harm my soul.