The wise man will not be more grateful for good things when they are present than when they are not.
Epicurean philosophy
From his teachings, recorded by Diogenes Laërtius
3rd century BCE
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"He who has peace of mind has no need of wealth."
Shocking"It is impossible for someone to dispel his fears about the most important matters if he does not understand the nature of the universe but still gives some credence to myths. So that without the study…"
Strange & Unusual"Of all the means which wisdom acquires to ensure happiness throughout the whole of life, by far the most important is the possession of friends."
Controversial"Since it is not possible to get rid of the fear of death without knowledge of the universe, we cannot enjoy unmixed pleasure."
Controversial"Do not spoil what you have by desiring what you have not; remember that what you now have was once among the things you only hoped for."
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