The first bite is already gone — the question is purely about remaining bites. Finishing isn’t required; you can stop at any point. The “might as well finish” logic treats one bite and ten bites as equivalent — they’re not. Stopping after one isn’t failure with extra steps; it’s success in limiting damage.
This companion covers the “might as well” fallacy, why stopping mid-food is hard, reframing, and practical strategies. (3 min read)
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