Accounts Quote by Epictetus
“There is but one way to tranquility of mind and happiness, and that is to account no external things thine own, but to commit all to God.”
About This Quote
Source Philosophy: Discourses, 1st century CE
True peace comes from focusing on internal virtues rather than external possessions.
In simple terms: Inner peace via self-reliance.
Cultivate inner virtues, detach from material desires.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- stress management
- ethical living
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What external things distract you?
- How can you shift focus inward?
Ignoring external realities can be impractical.