My Enchiridion

ebook A Modern Handbook for Inner Freedom

By Lucas Everlynn

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What if the secret to unshakeable peace of mind was discovered 2,000 years ago by a slave?

Born into bondage and crippled by his master, the Stoic philosopher Epictetus discovered a freedom no emperor could grant or take away—the sovereignty of his own mind. His timeless principles have guided everyone from Marcus Aurelius to modern-day leaders and entrepreneurs through life's inevitable storms.

This book is not another translation. It is a bold reimagining of Epictetus's legendary handbook for the 21st century. The ancient text is gone, replaced by 52 modern stories that bring his powerful ideas to life in a world of digital distraction, career anxiety, and constant change.

In these brief, powerful chapters, you will learn:

  • Why your own judgments—not external events—are the true source of your suffering.
  • How to find tranquility whether you are facing success or ruin.
  • The life-changing distinction between what you can control and what you cannot.
  • Why chasing external validation is a recipe for a life of quiet desperation.
  • The art of turning every obstacle into a stepping stone for your character.
  • This is not a book to be studied, but a manual to be lived. It is an operating system for the mind, designed to help you build an inner fortress of peace that no circumstance can ever tear down.

    My Enchiridion