When you feel angry, count to ten; when you feel very angry,... - Epictetus

This quote is attributed to Epictetus.

"When you feel angry, count to ten; when you feel very angry, count to one hundred."

Epictetus Patience

Stoic Philosopher Greek-Roman 50–135

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