[header] How to respond to conflict [title] Take a break if you need one. [step] It is important to get your emotions under control before you respond to a conflict. Otherwise, you may end up overreacting, saying something out of anger, or responding in a frightening way. 
Try excusing yourself for a few minutes, if possible, and use the time to calm yourself down. [substeps] For example, you could go for a quick walk around the neighborhood to give you a chance to process your thoughts.