Hi Sky -- I decided not to respond. Like Mellors, my conflict style may differ between situations and change as a situation progresses.

I come from a very solid "avoid" conflict at all costs, especially in interpersonal relationships.

However, I will take on corporations in legal disputes and via letter writing.

I have had to learn more effective strategies, because of grade disputes with students and because I teach conflict management. I try to negotiate commonalities, help people see situations in more a more positive light. And I still run away whenever I can get away with it. Or write a kickin' letter.