INFP Thrive for Enneagram 9s
INFP Thrive for Enneagram 9s
Mindset & Communication Coach Sarah Mikutel
The Ultimate Comeback: How to Respond to Insults
9 minutes Posted Aug 31, 2025 at 1:00 pm.
The Ultimate Comeback
Worrying about one-upping people keeps you stuck
Follow integrity over impulse
Question the story you’re telling yourself
Respond as your highest self
The best revenge
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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...