Podcast Episodes

Get to the Point

We often have something meaningful to say – but the way we say it can get in the way. We overload our listener with backstory, hoping to make them understand, and end up muddying the message instead.…

Published on 8 hours ago

Cut Carrie Some Slack: Stoic Musings on Sex and the City

Carrie Bradshaw used to feel relatable. Now we accuse her of being unhinged.

But maybe that says more about us than it does about her.

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I’m your host, Sarah Mikutel, a communication …

Published on 3 weeks 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 res…

Published on 1 month, 1 week ago

You've Changed. Let's Honor That.

To move forward, sometimes the most powerful thing you can do is pause and take stock of how far you’ve come. 

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I’m your host, Sarah Mikutel, a communication and mindset coach. My w…

Published on 1 month, 3 weeks ago

Keep Your Eye on the Prize

I finally became a British citizen after years of putting it off – not because I didn’t qualify, but because perfectionism kept slowing me down. 

In this episode, I share the real reason I delayed, wh…

Published on 1 month, 4 weeks ago

When ‘No Filter’ Is Just Lazy (and Sometimes Immoral)

Being blunt isn’t the same as being brave. In a culture that idolizes people who “say whatever they think,” we’ve started confusing impulsiveness for honesty, and arrogance for authenticity.

But unfil…

Published on 2 months, 1 week ago

How to be Remembered

The Science of Connection: Building Bonds Through Small Acts of Love

In this episode, I share a brief moment with my nephew that opened up a bigger question: How do we create the kind of presence that…

Published on 2 months, 2 weeks ago

Make It Stick: A Simple Way to Savor Your Wins

What if the real key to growth isn’t pushing harder, but celebrating more?

In this episode, I’m sharing why savoring your wins matters – how it rewires your brain, reinforces your identity, and helps …

Published on 2 months, 3 weeks ago

Pursuit of Happiness: What It Really Means

What did the Founding Fathers actually mean when they talked about “the pursuit of happiness” – and how can we apply that wisdom to our lives today? 

This episode is about what real happiness looks li…

Published on 3 months ago

It’s Supposed to Suck Right Now

Struggling to start something new because you're afraid of looking foolish? This episode is your permission slip to begin. You’ll learn how Stoic philosophy and growth mindset can help you move throu…

Published on 3 months, 1 week ago