When considering your conflict management style with others, be it; on a personal or professional level, we tend to use the style that seems appropriate to the conflict. Managing conflict is a difficult task we all face, but becoming aware of your own signature style could help determine why conflicts resolve exactly the way they do. It helps determine what a healthy outcome is. Every circumstance is different. Interpersonal conflict is very common in many relationships. It occurs when two people cannot meet halfway or agree on a discussion. Cooperation is key to maintaining a healthy debate. More frequently; when dealing with family members, problems arise that include conflicts and solutions. During this process our true conflict management style appears “out of thin air.” (Steve A. Beebe, 2008, p. 191). Our conflict behavior or style says a lot about us as human beings. It's an important piece of the puzzle of life and how we live a healthy life. Our particular path decides where the conflict will lead or whether it can be resolved quickly with everyone happy. However, our nonverbal behavior could indicate when a person is upset or anoic. This is usually related to unmet needs or goals (Steve A. Beebe, 2008, p. 191). I took a conflict management style quiz that was created by Reginald Adkins to see which style I followed. The style I tend to follow is Harmonization. I found this a little surprising because I usually stick to my ideas. I will argue with just about anyone, especially if I feel I am right about something (Steve A. Beebe, 2008, p. 204) The characteristics of a harmonizing style mean that this type of person tends to give in to the demands of others...... middle of paper...... part of my future I might change direction a few more times. However the significance and confidence that I have managed to maintain as a stylist and member of my community, I am sure that I could make a very positive contribution in the field of human services. I am comfortable in an audience and have been a shoulder to cry on for years. I try to practice professionalism as expected and develop relationships that I truly value. I am confident and anticipate that things will go well for me, my fellow students, and our future customers. Works CitedHall, J. (1969). Conflict management survey. Washington: The Leadership Center at Washington State University. Steve A. Beebe, S. J. (2008). Interpersonal communication. In Aa Pearson, Interpersonal Communication, Relating to Others - Fifth Edition. Toronto, Ontario: Pearson Education, Inc.