Using the Thomas–Kilmann Conflict Mode Instrument as a framework for your discussion, define your
dominant conflict style. Briefly explain its characteristics.
How does this conflict style impact your interpersonal relationships, in general? Discuss the advantages
and disadvantages you perceive in having this particular conflict style.
What advice would you give to others in conflict with you to help them handle the conflict most
constructively?
What other conflict style(s) would you like to consciously be able to adopt? How would this serve you in
better navigating conflict?
Part 2
What is a specific example of a conflict you are (or have been) involved in?
What is it about this conflict that makes (has made) managing this conflict difficult? In what ways has
this impacted you?
What have you tried to date (or tried in the past) to manage the conflict? What impact did these actions
have?
Using any (or all) of Weinstein’s (2018) seven principles of conflict resolution, what are specific strategies
you can (or could have) put in place to better manage this particular conflict?