From the archive
Your principles end where the discount begins
I think it helps to know in advance exactly what you won't do. Before they've shown you the number. Because once you've seen the number, your brain suddenly becomes a very talented lawyer. And if the boundary does move, you can at least call it your choice. I agreed. It benefited me. I didn't want to lose the opportunity. Without the story about how the universe itself cornered you into this premium package of perks. Then decide whether you're happy with the person who made that choice.