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@@ -30,6 +30,9 @@ Watch a presentation that covers this material from [Derek Prior at RailsConf 20
 - **Be explicit**
   - Remember people don't always understand your intentions online.
 
+- **When disagreeing, provide alternative solutions**
+  - Don't [simply reject an idea][dont-mcblock-me]. [Explain your reasoning](https://thoughtbot.com/blog/don-t-review-prs-like-a-space-wizard) and [suggest alternative approaches](https://github.com/thoughtbot/guides/pull/762#discussion_r2135772338).
+
 - **Be humble**
   - "I'm not sure - let's look it up."
 
@@ -133,3 +136,4 @@ This helps us have more meaningful conversations on PRs rather than debating per
 [challenging to convey emotion and intention online]: https://thoughtbot.com/blog/empathy-online
 [using labels]: https://conventionalcomments.org
 [standard]: https://github.com/testdouble/standard
+[dont-mcblock-me]: https://www.schneems.com/2025/06/03/dont-mcblock-me