Two reliable red flags 🚩 🚩 that signal important information I should pay attention to: being DISMISSIVE and being DEFENSIVE.

– Dismissiveness – When I instinctively brush something off, it often means there’s an unconscious resistance at play. It’s not always because the information is wrong – sometimes, it’s because it challenges my beliefs, habits, or comfort zone. Instead of rejecting it outright, it’s worth pausing and asking: Why am I so quick to dismiss this? Is there something here I don’t want to confront?

– Defensiveness – When I feel the need to justify myself or push back, it’s often a sign that the information is hitting a nerve. It might be exposing a blind spot, a personal insecurity, or a truth I’m not ready to accept. Rather than doubling down, I can take a step back and reflect: What about this is making me react so strongly? Could this be something valuable for me to explore?