Keep in mind that it is not the one who has it in for you and takes swipe that harms you , but rather the harm comes from your own belief about the abuse. So when someone arouses your anger , know that it is really your own opinion fueling it. Instead, make it your first response not to be carried away by such impressions, for with time and distance self-mastery is more easily achieved
Epictetus, Enchiridion, 20
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