Zero-Sum: In a zero-sum game or situation, one participant's gain is directly offset by another participant's loss. It implies that the total gains and losses within the system balance out to zero. In such scenarios, resources are fixed or limited, and any benefit accrued by one party comes at the expense of others.

Win-Win: In contrast, a win-win situation refers to an outcome where all involved parties benefit or gain something of value without causing harm or loss to others. It embodies the idea of cooperation, collaboration, and mutual benefit, where each party's interests are aligned and satisfied.

Not every situation needs winners and losers. Zero-Sum vs

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