If you can reappraise the salesman's move for what it is--an effort to exploit you--you'll feel entitled to exploit him right back. Accept the gift or concession with a feeling of victory--you are exploiting an exploiter--not mindless obligation. #JonathanHaidt

- December 03, 2023

If you can reappraise the salesman's move for what it is--an effort to exploit you--you'll feel entitled to exploit him right back. Accept the gift or concession with a feeling of victory--you are exploiting an exploiter--not mindless obligation. #JonathanHaidt
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If you can reappraise the salesman's move for what it is--an effort to exploit you--you'll feel entitled to exploit him right back. Accept the gift or concession with a feeling of victory--you are exploiting an exploiter--not mindless obligation. #JonathanHaidt

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