Resistance is one of the most misunderstood signals in leadership. When people hesitate, question, or push back, the instinct is often to label it: resistance to change, fear of technology, unwillingness to adapt. Once labeled, it’s easier to dismiss—or override. Stewardship asks leaders to pause and consider a different truth: resistance is information. It is a signal that something meaningful is happening beneath the surface—and that something deserves attention. What Resis