1. Watch Consistency

• Do their actions match their words?
• If not, hold back.

2. Test Integrity

• Have they respected your trust before?
• If not proven, keep it light.

3. Spot Flattery

• Is their praise genuine or exaggerated?
• If it feels staged, be cautious.

4. Notice Depth

• Do conversations stay shallow or avoid truth?
• If so, share less of yourself.

5. Check Energy Exchange

• Do you feel drained or steady after interactions?
• If drained, guard your honesty.

6. Protect Reputation

• Are they discreet or do they spread gossip?
• If they gossip about others, they may gossip about you.

7. Save Authenticity

• Share openly only with those who prove reliable over time.
• Realness is earned, not freely given.