The essence of philosophy is that a Posted on February 16, 2012February 16, 2007 by admin “The essence of philosophy is that a man should so live that his happiness shall depend as little as possible on external things.” — Epictetus Author: Epictetus Category: happiness Tags: happiness, Epictetus Spread the love Related posts: There is only one way to happiness If virtue promises happiness, prosperity and peace, A comfortable house is a great source True happiness consists not in the multitude