A big mistake I see a lot of men making -- besides an inability to recognize a shit test when it is leveled at them -- is sounding spiteful in response. The critical distinction to make when volleying a shit test is to avoid confusing sneering umbrage for cocky indifference. The line is surprisingly thin... Be the latter.

Good rule of thumb: if your reply to a shit test would sound like it is coming from a man who cares that his feelings were bruised, don’t say it.