git is versatile enough to enable the authors workflow and your workflow, where neither are invalid. I’d be willing to bet they sometimes, even if rarely, use

git is versatile enough to enable the authors workflow and your workflow, where neither are invalid. I’d be willing to bet they sometimes, even if rarely, use stash when as you say it’s the right tool to use. I think the point is not stashing meaningful amounts of changes, as if they can be recalled later. Sounds like solid advice that requires some discipline