If you are praised, consider yourself a donkey. If you are blamed, consider yourself a donkey.
Stoic philosopher, former slave
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"No man can rob us of our will."
Controversial"What would you rather have? A beautiful garden, or a good one? A beautiful garden is one that is good; a good garden is not necessarily beautiful."
Shocking"If you are praised by others, do not be puffed up; if you are blamed, do not be cast down."
Humorous"You will be an admirable person, if you care for nothing but your own will."
Controversial"When you are about to say anything, first examine what you are going to say, and then speak."
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