Quote by Epictetus

Never in any case say I have lost such a thing, but I have returned it. Is your child dead? It is a return. Is your wife dead? It is a return. Are you deprived of your estate? is not this also a return?

Never in any case say I have lost such a thing, but I have r

Summary

This quote is highlighting a perspective shift on how we perceive loss. Instead of viewing it as a permanent loss, it suggests looking at it as a return. The author prompts us to see situations, like the death of a loved one or the loss of wealth, as a return of those things to their original state or to a higher power. By reframing our mindset, the quote suggests finding solace and acceptance instead of lingering on feelings of despair or hopelessness.

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By Epictetus

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