Epicurus was an interesting man. Closely related to this post is his Tetrapharmakos, or four-part cure on living a happy life. Outlined by four parts:

1. Don't fear god
2. Don't worry about death
3. What is good is easy to get
4. What is terrible is easy to endure

Many would say he is wrong, but I do believe there is some right to it if we take some time to think.