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Epictetus Quote on Mind and Provocation

The image presents a drawing of what appears to be Epictetus, a Stoic philosopher. He is depicted with a beard, looking thoughtful, with his hand holding a wri...

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Epictetus Quote on Mind and Provocation

The image presents a drawing of what appears to be Epictetus, a Stoic philosopher. He is depicted with a beard, looking thoughtful, with his hand holding a writing instrument. The style of the drawing is reminiscent of classical art. Overlaid on the image is a quote attributed to Epictetus: "If someone succeeds in provoking you, realize that your mind is complicit in the provocation." The quote speaks to the Stoic p...

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