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Epictetus

When you are offended at any man's fault, turn to yourself and study your own failings. Then you will forget your anger.

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When you feel upset because someone else has done something wrong, focus on examining your own mistakes instead. By doing this, you shift your attention away from anger and toward understanding yourself better.

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