Citizens of the World: A Stoic Podcast for Curious Travelers
Communication & Mindset Coach Sarah Mikutel
211 episodes
3 weeks ago
Have you ever thought: “If they really loved me, they’d just know without me having to say it.” But expecting someone to intuit your needs isn’t romantic – it’s magical thinking. In this episode, I talk about why unspoken expectations lead to disappointment, the shift you need to make for real connection, and why clarity is one of the most generous things you can offer in a relationship. Read the transcript. *** I’m your host, Sarah Mikutel, a communication and mindset coach. My work is about...
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Have you ever thought: “If they really loved me, they’d just know without me having to say it.” But expecting someone to intuit your needs isn’t romantic – it’s magical thinking. In this episode, I talk about why unspoken expectations lead to disappointment, the shift you need to make for real connection, and why clarity is one of the most generous things you can offer in a relationship. Read the transcript. *** I’m your host, Sarah Mikutel, a communication and mindset coach. My work is about...
Citizens of the World: A Stoic Podcast for Curious Travelers
9 minutes
4 months ago
The Ultimate Comeback: How to Respond to Insults
We’ve all had those moments where an insult or offhand comment sticks in our head. Hours later, we’re still replaying it, wishing we’d come up with the perfect comeback. But what if the strongest response isn’t a clever line at all? In this episode, I explore what the Stoics – and even a surprising scene from Gladiator 2 – can teach us about handling insults and keeping our peace of mind. You’ll hear: Why chasing the “upper hand” keeps us stuck.How Epictetus, a former slave turned philosopher...
Citizens of the World: A Stoic Podcast for Curious Travelers
Have you ever thought: “If they really loved me, they’d just know without me having to say it.” But expecting someone to intuit your needs isn’t romantic – it’s magical thinking. In this episode, I talk about why unspoken expectations lead to disappointment, the shift you need to make for real connection, and why clarity is one of the most generous things you can offer in a relationship. Read the transcript. *** I’m your host, Sarah Mikutel, a communication and mindset coach. My work is about...
