- A warning is not always just for you. Sometimes it is the signal that protects others.
- Trust your instincts when something feels off.
- If you have been tricked or hurt, it is not your fault. Sharing your story can give someone else the courage to walk away sooner.
When I look back, I realize it was never about a declined card. It was about the power of one person seeing a pattern and deciding not to stay silent. Because of that, I now see red flags sooner, I trust my intuition, and I know the strength of women who stand together.
Sometimes, the smallest note on a receipt can change everything.
