Art Quote by J. P. McEvoy
“The Japanese have a word for it. It's Judo - the art of conquering by yielding. The Western equivalent of Judo is, "Yes dear".”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Art of Conflict Resolution, 2018
Yielding can be a powerful strategy, turning opposition into cooperation.
In simple terms: Yielding can win conflicts.
Practice strategic yielding to achieve goals.
Themes
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When to use this quote
- business negotiations
- personal relationships
- team leadership
- family disputes
- diplomacy
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When is yielding appropriate versus standing firm?
- How does cultural context affect the perception of yielding?
Overusing yielding may be perceived as weakness.