A partridge lived in a tree. When he left, a rabbit moved in. On return they could not agree on ownership. A nearby cat offered to arbitrate, claiming great dharma and wisdom. He asked them both to come close to hear his quiet verdict — and killed them both.
Not every arbitrator has your interests at stake in the outcome. An appeal to a third party's wisdom requires first understanding whose appetite that wisdom serves. Neutrality is a posture, not a guarantee.
In a conflict you're in, who are you trusting to mediate — and what does that person gain from a particular resolution?
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