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name: No loops - move forward
description: Don't get stuck in retry loops. If approach fails 2-3 times, switch strategy or skip and move on.
type: feedback
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Don't loop on the same problem repeatedly. If an approach fails 2-3 times, STOP and either:
1. Try a completely different approach
2. Skip it and move forward with what works
3. Ask the user

**Why:** Wasted an hour retrying MicroOVN cluster joins with slight variations - same failure each time. User called it out as a "loop".

**How to apply:** Set a mental limit of 3 attempts per approach. After that, escalate or skip. Time is more valuable than completeness.