Principlev1
When you cannot accurately predict what someone will say
When you cannot accurately predict what someone will say next from their stated position, your model of their schema is incomplete — update it before arguing further.
Why This Is a Principle
Derives from Mental States Are Cognitively Imputable (mental state models enable behavioral prediction) and Shared mental models among group members determine what the (shared models enable anticipation). The principle uses prediction accuracy as a diagnostic for schema-reading quality. Actionable as a metacognitive check during disagreement.