“An important place to begin in philosophy is this: a clear perception of one's own ruling principle.”
- Epictetus, Discourses, 1.26.15
March 1, 2021 7:00 AM
Knowledge of philosophy always appeared to be a pursuit for academics. If you wanted to pursue, you had to read book after book. Attend lectures. Becoming a minimalist
Conclusion
Epictetus tells us where to begin. Start with utilizing our ability to reason. Question our emotions and reactions. It is as simple as that.