"The robber of your free will," writes Epictetus, "does not exist

The only wealth which you will keep forever is the wealth, you have given away

Man, what are you talking about? Me in chains? You may fetter my leg but my will, not even Zeus himself can overpower.

You see these fish carved finely in relief by Phidian art? Add water; they will swim

This free will business is a bit terrifying anyway. It's almost pleasanter to obey, and make the most of it.

I?m pleading under my own free will.