An epithet is a phrase expressing an attribute regarded as characteristic of a person.
Marcus Aurelius, one of my favourite examples of wise and just leadership, used to have “epithets for the self”. These would be simple words that he could repeat to himself to prepare him for conversations or challenges ahead.
Aurelius’ were: upright, modest, straightforward, sane, and cooperative.
What kind of person do you want to be?
What will be your epithet?