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Epictetus, a Stoic philosopher, was born a slave. Perspective forged under pressure.

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Epictetus (c. 50–135 CE) taught Stoicism emphasizing control of one’s judgments rather than external events. His ideas survive mainly through students’ notes, especially The Enchiridion.

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