Epictetus: “In the long run, every man will pay the penalty for his own misdeeds. The man who remembers this will be angry with no one, indignant with no one, revile no one, blame no one, offend no one, hate no one.”
Epictetus invites us to reflect deeply on the essence of personal responsibility in a world saturated with distractions and a relentless stream of information. His assertion that “in the long run, every man will pay the penalty for his own misdeeds” serves as a sobering reminder of the deterministic nature of our actions. The truth woven into this age-old wisdom is that our lives are shaped not only by our triumphs but, crucially, by our missteps. When we embrace accountability for our choices, we liberate ourselves from resentment and blame. Through this lens of self-awareness, we can navigate the complexities of human relationships with grace rather than grievance.
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