Quick Reference: Safety Lines for Crucial Moments

What makes a conversation crucial? High stakes, opposing opinions, and strong emotions. When all three appear, protect safety before pushing content. Evidence-first or safety-first? Safety-first is better sequencing, not avoidance. "So my team is the problem?" Use when feedback is heard as blame. Your line "No. I am not questioning the team. I am naming a handoff risk we both need fixed before Friday." Do not answer identity threat with more evidence. It restores purpose and specificity. STATE What does STATE remind you to do?

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