Strategy Bites
The Adversary’s Future – Building a Shared Future Without Agreement
Polarized conversations become destructive when both sides believe that the other’s success threatens their survival. In these cases, participants don’t just see their opponents as wrong—they see them as an existential threat. This mindset leads to a belief that one side must "win" and the other must "lose", which makes compromise or dialogue impossible. This strategy helps participants step out of zero-sum thinking and shift their focus from what they want to what they can live with. Instead of forcing agreement, it helps people explore the idea of coexistence—a future where both sides continue to exist, even if they remain in conflict.
Level of difficulty
Advanced
Est. time required
60–90 minutes
Series
Leading Others
Audience