In this essential guide to the Stoic philosophy, Epictetus, who rose from enslavement to become one of antiquity's greatest teachers, reveals the path to inner freedom through self-discipline and acceptance. His Stoic wisdom shows how to find serenity by distinguishing between what we can and cannot control, mastering our emotions even in life's harshest moments. Drawing from Stoic principles, Epictetus' "Manual" offers practical strategies for developing resilience and maintaining unwavering tranquility in an uncertain world - teachings that illuminate the path through life's daily challenges.