Consider if the situation is sensitive or personal; going too far could hurt feelings.

Evaluating Sensitivity

Be mindful of social cues indicating when a joke or action may become inappropriate.

Social Situations

Understand cultural norms; what's acceptable in one culture could be taking it too far in another.

In academic contexts, pushing an argument too far might undermine its credibility.

Avoid stretching a concept so far it loses its original meaning or clarity.