To Face or Not to Face?

I'm faced with a dilemma this morning. I came up with a list of possible resolutions, but each one is equally unappealing to me.

Which would you choose?

1. Participate and make the most of it
2. Speak up and face the conflict and/or hurt feelings
3. Call in sick for the day and hope things will be different tomorrow
4. Walk away

I think the next logical question is: How important is the matter at hand? Do you think the answer becomes clear then? And how do we get out of the #1-#3 cycle if the matter is not important enough for #2 or #4?

I cannot bear #1 because the idea is so bizarre and opposite of who I am. I cannot bear #2 because the risk is too high. I cannot bear #3 because it goes against my ethics. I cannot bear #4 because I still want to be a part of the whole.

Hmm... Do you ever find yourself in a similar situation?