The Manual by Epictetus Summary
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Ancient wisdom meets modern resilience in Epictetus' timeless guide to inner peace. This former slave's philosophy influenced Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius and shapes today's leadership thinking. What if the secret to controlling your life isn't controlling circumstances, but mastering your response?
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The Art of Inner Freedom in a Chaotic World
Imagine standing in the eye of a hurricane-the world around you in complete turmoil, yet you remain perfectly calm. This is the promise of Epictetus's "The Manual," a slim volume that has guided everyone from Roman emperors to modern CEOs through life's most devastating storms. When James Stockdale was shot down over Vietnam and imprisoned for seven years, he credited his survival to the dog-eared copy of Epictetus he had memorized. Written by a former slave who rose to become one of history's most influential thinkers, this 2,000-year-old text offers something our anxiety-ridden, distraction-filled modern world desperately needs: a practical framework for finding unshakable inner peace regardless of external circumstances. What if the secret to happiness isn't changing your life, but changing how you interpret it?
The Dichotomy of Control: Your True Power
Mastering Desire and Aversion: The Path to Emotional Freedom
Accepting Reality: The Foundation of Tranquility
The Power of Perception: Choosing Your Interpretations
Living With Purpose: Playing Your Role Excellently
The Path to Unshakable Freedom: Becoming Who You Wish to Be
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Creado por exalumnos de la Universidad de Columbia en San Francisco
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
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