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True stability is found not in the absence of tension, but in the precise balance of opposing forces.
Just as an operational amplifier relies on negative feedback to maintain stability amidst high gain, we can manage interpersonal tension by identifying the 'feedback loops' and power imbalances that drive a conflict.
Try this: During your next tense conversation, stop attempting to resolve the issue immediately. Instead, map the flow of influence: who is driving the pace, and where is the resistance coming from?
Op Amps for Everyone - Design Reference
Texas Instruments (Ron Mancini, ed.)