Farid ad Din ‘attar’s Memorial of God's Friends: Lives And Sayings of Sufis

Practically everything we do in life involves negotiation. From discussing where to have lunch to dividing up chores, resolving a quarrel, organizing a party, or planning a vacation,negotiating is an integral part of our everyday lives. And most of the biggest events in our lives—such as buying a car or a house, taking a new job, or working out a serious conflict—also turn on negotiation. Yet it’s easy to believe we’re usually at a disadvantage—that others are born negotiators, while we are not.