This free dichotomy of control worksheet turns the first lesson of Epictetus into a two minute exercise.
Most of what troubles us was never ours to control. Epictetus opened his handbook with one idea: some things are within our power and others are not. This free worksheet turns that idea into a tool you can use in two minutes.
Who it is for
Anyone who feels stretched thin, anxious or stuck, and anyone curious about Stoicism who wants to try it before reading a single book.
What is inside
- The full worksheet: name the situation, sort it and choose one action.
- The daily sort: three troubles, one minute each.
- A short introduction: the idea from Epictetus, explained in plain words.
How to use it
When something weighs on you, write it at the top in plain words. Sort every part of it into two columns: within my control and not within my control. Then choose the single step you will take today, and let the rest go.
Why it works
This practice is the foundation of every other Stoic exercise. It is simple enough to use in a hard moment and deep enough to change how you meet your life.
What you receive
- One PDF of 4 pages, free to download, print and keep.
- US Letter pages that also print well on A4.
Good to know
- Free. Checkout takes a moment and no payment is needed.
- Works in any PDF app and prints on US Letter or A4.
- For personal use. Please share the link to this page rather than the file.
It costs nothing and it may change your week. Add it to your bag and download it free.
Why this dichotomy of control worksheet works
The Dichotomy of Control is part of a small collection of Stoic stationery made to be used every day, not admired on a shelf. Every page draws on the same public domain wisdom you can read in the Meditations by Marcus Aurelius, free on Project Gutenberg. Explore more Stoic stationery, or read our guide on how to journal like Marcus Aurelius.
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