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These insightful discourses reveal a profound truth it is not the events that unsettle us, but our own interpretations and beliefs about them. 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These insightful discourses reveal a profound truth it is not the events that unsettle us, but our own interpretations and beliefs about them. Join us on this...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Delve into the timeless wisdom of Epictetus, as captured by his dedicated student, Arrian. These insightful discourses reveal a profound truth it is not the events that unsettle us, but our own interpretations and beliefs about them. 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