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Often you reach a point in life where you begin to react to things too much or not at all. If you're at that state, double guard yourself.
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Break the vicious cycle by refusing to react. Instead of pushing back, sidestep their attack and deflect it against the problem. As in the Oriental martial arts of judo and jujitsu, avoid pitting your strength against theirs directly; instead, use your skill to step aside and turn their strength to your ends. Rather than resisting their force, channel it into exploring interests, inventing options for mutual gain, and searching for independent standards.
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― Getting to Yes: Negotiating Agreement Without Giving In
― Getting to Yes: Negotiating Agreement Without Giving In