[Koda94]

IMO its about doing everything possible to de-escalate the problem. The hardest part is swallowing the pride pill and let the agressor vent or have their way. Knowing your armed during a confrontation should assume the higher position to walk away. I also look at it as what its worth to me.... is it really worth lawyers and possible freedom and jail to prove you were right to a stranger? ...and over what, a parking space or whatever? I dont think there will ever be a clear answer but at least if it escalates beyond your control, you can say you did everything reasonable to mitigate the situation.