Computation Quote by Epictetus
“When the Idea, of any Pleasure strikes your Imagination... let that time be employed in making a just Computation between, the duration of the Pleasure, and that of the Repentance sure to follow it.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Discourses, Epictetus, c. 108 AD
Balance pleasure with foresight, weighing enjoyment against future regret.
In simple terms: Consider consequences before indulging.
Key Takeaway
Pause to evaluate before acting.
Themes
self‑control
prudence
future‑orientation
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
practical
When to use this quote
- making decisions
- personal finance
- health choices
- leisure planning
Key Concepts
Stoicism
temporal trade‑off
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you measure short‑term pleasure versus long‑term regret?
- What strategies help you pause before indulgence?
A Different Perspective
May underestimate immediate joy for long‑term benefit.
