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Why are people statistically more likely to cheat on a diet or be rude to a waiter right after doing a good deed?

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Why are people statistically more likely to cheat on a diet or be rude to a waiter right after doing a good deed?

Why are people statistically more likely to cheat on a diet or be rude to a waiter right after doing a good deed?
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