The Stoic philosopher was spot on with this message!
The greatest power, most magnificent feat that is known in all reality is human CHOICE.
Each of us individually and all of us collectively and at times collaboratively make choices everyday and every second. The decisions we make range from; our opinions, perceptions, perspectives, attitudes, likes, dislikes, actions, inactions, focus, thoughts, expectations, beliefs, resolve and relations.
All of these are the seeds that sprout into experiences and foundation that becomes the structure of our world.
Physics confirms that this world of form and substance is made of energy in motion. Quantum theory and all spiritual knowledge confirms that the mind of man controls this energy.
Our choice is stronger than gas and electricity. (It created them) stronger than any explosive element, stronger than a raging river and a stormy ocean, way more powerful than the winds of hurricane and tornado.
Choice has shaped our world, designed our societies, determined our behaviors, and both United and divided us.
Epictetus did realize how true his message was.