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Adversity Quote by Epictetus

“As it is pleasant to see the sea from the land, so it is pleasant for him who has escaped from troubles to think of them.” quote by Epictetus — Download Open image

“As it is pleasant to see the sea from the land, so it is pleasant for him who has escaped from troubles to think of them.”

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