anti-sycophancy

Reset AI sessions after two failed corrections on the same topic.

Updated Jun 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/coff33ninja/ai-skills-mcp --skill anti-sycophancy
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
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Skill: anti-sycophancy
Source: https://github.com/coff33ninja/ai-skills-mcp/tree/main/skills/anti-sycophancy
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/coff33ninja/ai-skills-mcp --skill anti-sycophancy

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill addresses common failure modes in AI interactions, such as over-acknowledgment, acknowledgment-action gap, and infinite fix loops, ensuring a more productive dialogue flow.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Prevents Compensatory Sycophancy: Stops the AI from over-acknowledging after multiple corrections, focusing on understanding instead.
  • Acknowledgment-Action Gap: Ensures that acknowledging a correction does not lead to a gap in subsequent actions.
  • Infinite Fix Loop: Stops repeated failed attempts by recommending a fresh session after a threshold is reached.

Quick Start

When the AI repeatedly makes incorrect corrections, initiate a new session with just the corrected requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions about anti-sycophancy

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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Why does AI over-acknowledge corrections but still fail to fix the issue?▼

AI over-acknowledgment happens when the model repeatedly apologizes for errors without changing its underlying logic. This creates an acknowledgment-action gap where subsequent responses still fail to meet your corrected requirements.

How do I stop an infinite fix loop during AI interaction?▼

To stop an infinite fix loop during AI interaction, reset the dialogue after two or more failed corrections on the same topic. Initiating a fresh session with just the corrected requirements restores session coherence and productivity.

What is the best way to manage context when an AI keeps repeating the same mistakes?▼

The best way to manage context when an AI repeats mistakes is to reset the interaction. Starting a new session with only the corrected requirements prevents ineffective cycles of sycophancy and redundant corrections.

When should I reset an AI chat session to improve dialogue quality?▼

You should reset an AI chat session to improve dialogue quality after two or more failed corrections on the same topic. This threshold indicates the context is compromised and a fresh interaction is necessary.

Can I prevent AI sycophancy without losing the current conversation context?▼

Preventing AI sycophancy while maintaining session coherence requires resetting the interaction after multiple failed corrections. You start a new session by providing just the corrected requirements, effectively preserving necessary context while discarding the failed loop.