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| 3 | Reads and `rlm` run silently. Writes, patches, and shell commands ask for approval. |
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| 5 | Before requesting writes, use `checklist_write` to outline your approach — visible plans build trust. |
| 6 | For complex work, layer `update_plan` (strategy) above `checklist_write` (tactics). |
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