Authentic happiness is always independent of external conditions. Vigilantly practice polite indifference to that which we can't control. Your happiness can only be found within.

When our friends are present we ought to treat them well; and when they are absent, to speak of them well.

If anyone is unhappy, remember that his unhappiness is his own fault... Nothing else is the cause of anxiety or loss of tranquility except our own opinion.

Don't be concerned who is watching you. The triumphs and merits of others belong to them - as do yours to you. Make the most of what you've got.

Nothing truly stops you. Nothing truly holds you back. For your own will is always within your control.

Asked, Who is the rich man? Epictetus replied, �He who is content.

Try not to react merely in the moment. Pull back from the situation. Take a wider view. Compose yourself.