Self-supplication is a strong indicator of rationalization in me. Phrases like, "at least", "can't I just", "when can I..." are so far always indicators that I'm trying to get myself to do something I know I shouldn't or stop doing something I know I should be doing.
How do you notice when you're rationalizing? Like, what *actually* tips you off, in real life?
I've listed my cues below; please add your own (one idea per comment), and upvote the comments that you either: (a) use; or (b) will now try using.
I'll be using this list in a trial rationality seminar on Wednesday; it also sounds useful in general.