“He is a wise man who does not grieve for the things which he has not, but rejoices for those which he has.”

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Meaning

The quote says wisdom means accepting what you do have instead of feeling sadness over what is missing. It values gratitude and contentment over regret and comparison.

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Original Language & Translation

Originally said in English.

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About Epictetus

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