March 11th, 2021
The unrestricted person, who has in hand what they will in all events, is free. But anyone who can be restricted, coerced, or pushed into something against what they will is a slave.
Epictetus was an expert on slavery. Be sure to heed his words.
Wealth and fame are desired, but we rarely look at the cost to sustain a life of riches and glory. These amenities require hard work or treachery. Long hours and demands from others to support the lifestyle.
The road towards excess and pleasure will lead us to become prisoners of our own making. Is that really what we want for ourselves? Or can we take inventory of what we have now and be happy?