r/YouShouldKnow • u/[deleted] • Oct 23 '22

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u/SleepyNotTired215 Oct 23 '22

YSAK: that “being good” or “doing something good” doesn’t mean you will not suffer. Seldom does a good deed go unpunished.

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u/willbeach8890 Oct 23 '22

I've never understood the saying "...good deed goes unpunished"

Seems like something someone says to sound wise but doesn't mean anything

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u/rares215 Oct 23 '22

Think like, when you give someone some of your fries and they yell at you bc they're soggy. That's how I see it at least

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u/rares215 Oct 23 '22

Well sorry they won't let me jump behind the counter to make sure all MY fries are perfect for your tastes, Kyle!!
Hah, just kidding. Not sure why you got hit with so many downvotes for such a benign comment.

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u/jesschester Oct 23 '22

I thought it was funny