Quote
Some things are in our control and others not. Focus on what you can control.
Some things are in our control and others not. Focus on what you can control.
This quote presents the fundamental Stoic principle of the dichotomy of control. It suggests an internal standard: we should invest our energy only in what we can influence - our thoughts, judgments, and actions - while accepting what lies beyond our power. This distinction is the key to tranquility and effectiveness.