Please choose the correct ending to complete the given sentence: Finance and Business: [header] How to resolve disputes between a surviving spouse and children of another marriage [title] Talk to the other party. [step] Since mediation is a voluntary process, it's essential that the other party is willing to attempt mediation to resolve the dispute. Emphasizing the benefits of mediation over litigation can help persuade them.

Ending1: Although mediators often focus on the benefit of the child custody arrangement, independent dispute resolution has been discussed in more substantial contested cases. Mediation also helps both parties understand the extent of the dispute and how he/she needs to be treated. Ending2: [substeps] Reach out to the other party and see if they feel they can find settlement without a trial. If so, you and your spouse will proceed in " arbitration. Ending3: Conflict resolution means accepting responsibility for what happened and agreeing on a solution. [substeps] If possible, present a broad understanding of the issues being settled, and explain that you don't wish to participate in mediation. Ending4: [substeps] Mediation is a collaborative process designed to help both parties find a mutually acceptable solution to their dispute. You have a lot of freedom to be creative with your solution, including finding a compromise that would not be available if you had a judge resolve the matter through traditional litigation.

Answer format: ending1/ending2/ending3/ending4