Don't demand that things happen as you wish, but wish that they happen as they do happen, and you will go on well.
Stoic philosopher, former slave
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"To receive benefits is to lose liberty."
Controversial"If evil be spoken of you and it be true, correct yourself; if it be a lie, laugh at it."
Strange & Unusual"If you are grieved about anything external, it is not the thing itself that troubles you, but your judgment about it. And it is in your power to wipe out this judgment at any moment."
Shocking"If you are praised by others, do not be puffed up; if you are blamed, do not be cast down."
Humorous"The world turns aside to let any man pass who knows where he is going."
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