You’re between a rock and a hard place, but your predicament is not impossible. Put feelings aside and follow the most reasonable course.
You can’t run nor can you hide. It’s time to face the music. It won’t be pleasant, but you need to change certain bad habits before it’s too late.
You don’t like it when people get too possessive. Tell a love interest or controlling superior to give you space. You’re nobody’s trophy.
The only time people ramble is when there’s something to hide. Find a comfortable spot to listen. Their guilty secret will emerge eventually.
You have the upper hand in a conflict, so be nice. Your magnanimity persuades losing parties to yield without a fight.
At first you felt insulted being handed something a rival just turned down, but does it really matter? It’s still an amazing opportunity.
