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Epictetus, Enchiridion 34

Read a cited Stoic passage, understand why it matters for practice, and find the guided exercises grounded in it.

“If you are struck by the appearance of any promised pleasure, guard yourself against being hurried away by it.”
— Epictetus, Enchiridion 34
ReadKeep the exact locator attached.
UnderstandSee the practical distinction.
ContinueOpen a grounded exercise.

Use in the notebook

Carry the passage into a matter

Use this instruction at the first sign of an urge, before the appearance of pleasure becomes an order.

The Urge at the Gate The Price of the Habit