Pursuit of Happiness: What It Really Means

The founders of the United States didn’t talk about happiness the way we often think of it now – they were talking about a more ancient concept.

Wellbeing, StoicismSarah MikutelJuly 8, 2025GratitudeComment

It's Supposed to Suck Right Now

If you want to start something new, you have to be open to appearing imperfect. Here's how Stoicism and a growth mindset can help.

Sarah MikutelJuly 1, 2025Comment

4 Best Tips to Communicate with Intent and Impact (Stoic style)

Despite good intentions, misunderstandings happen. Learn how to effectively communicate with more intention and impact, and how to clean up negative fall out when it happens.

Stoicism, CommunicationSarah MikutelNovember 5, 2023Introvert, IntentComment

Fear of Public Speaking: Overcome Speech Anxiety with Stoic Psychology

Learn which of the four kinds of speech anxiety triggers you most and how to conquer your fear with Stoic psychology.

Stoicism, CommunicationSarah MikutelOctober 16, 2023Public Speaking, IntrovertComment

How to Handle Interruptions as an Introvert Enneagram 9

If you fly into a rage (quietly in your mind) when people interrupt you, listen to this.

Stoicism, Introvert, Communication, EnneagramSarah MikutelJune 22, 2023Comment

How to Raise Happy, Resilient Children Using Stoicism

Want to raise happy, resilient kids? First you need a life philosophy for yourself.

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Food of the Italian Islands: Sicily, Sardinia, and Beyond

American expat and author Katie Parla shares the cultural and historical significance of Italy’s island cuisines.

TravelSarah MikutelMarch 5, 2023Italy, Italian islands, Sardinia, SicilyComment

Am I an Enneagram 9 or Enneagram 5?

Enneagram 9 and 5 can look very similar on the outside. Here’s how to differentiate the two types.

Communication, EnneagramSarah MikutelDecember 18, 2022IntrovertComment

Am I an Enneagram 9 or Enneagram 2?

Enneagram 9 and 2 look warm and sweet — and they are! But for different reasons.

Communication, EnneagramSarah MikutelDecember 11, 2022PositiveComment

What Should I Pack in My Carry On? Ultimate Travel Check List

Traveling light feels liberating. Here’s what to pack in your carry on.

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Sicily Food Tour: Scoglitti, Palermo, and More

Visiting Sicily? Go to this beach, and don’t miss this food.

TravelSarah MikutelJanuary 30, 2022Italy, Sicily, Italian food, food tourComment

How to Find a Place to Live in Rome

Looking for an apartment in Italy? You have options.

TravelSarah MikutelJanuary 22, 2022Italy, Rome, cheap accommodationComment

Goals! How to Achieve Your New Year’s Resolutions

Most of us don’t follow through on our New Year’s Resolutions because we treat them like wishes and not goals.

Wellbeing, StoicismSarah MikutelDecember 18, 2021GoalsComment

What Are the 3 Enneagram Stances (Social Styles)?

Your Enneagram stance shows up as how you (unconsciously) act to get your needs met.

Wellbeing, EnneagramSarah MikutelDecember 18, 2021StancesComment

Where Did the Enneagram Come From?

The Enneagram’s historical origins are part mystery and part science.

Wellbeing, EnneagramSarah MikutelDecember 5, 2021Enneagram historyComment

What are Stoicism’s 4 Cardinal Virtues?

Wisdom. Justice. Courage. Moderation.

Stoicism, WellbeingSarah MikutelDecember 3, 2021four Stoic virtues, cardinal virtuesComment

If Stoics Cared so Much about Acceptance, Did They Take Action?

The Stoics accepted reality. That doesn’t mean they didn’t try to change it.

Stoicism, WellbeingSarah MikutelDecember 3, 2021acceptance, prosochē, resistance, self awarenessComment

4 Daily Practices to Boost Your Stoic Courage and Resiliency

You have what it takes to show up courageously every day, but that doesn’t just magically happen. Here are four daily practices you can do to build your courage (a core Stoic virtue) and resiliency.