The importance of having a Common Sense

Common sense in us as individuals is one of the basic characteristics which affect the existence of common sense in all segments of society. It is also true that the existence of common sense in all segments of society affect the common sense in us as individuals. This statement may appear to be contradictory but in effect we are affected by the activities of those around us. Sometime this is positive and sometimes it is negative. Regardless, we are in control of how we think and react to situations created or taking place in the environment around us.

The definition of what common sense represents. Some of the actions we take as individuals to us may be considered common sense based on our understanding of the facts involved. This conclusion may not always agree with others perception of the issues involved in making the decision. According to Merriam-Webster the definition of common sense is sound and prudent judgment based on a simple perception of the situation or facts. This is a basic premise in making any decision that it be based on the facts and our understanding of them. There are many sources of definitions for this term but they basically amount to one simple fact that they are based on sound judgment associated with our perception of the facts.

In discussing the concept of common sense in us as individual, we must remember that we are individuals with different character qualities. These can be or have been affected by the way in which we were raised by our parents. Our environment with all the qualities and experiences we encounter in our daily lives shape who we are. Common sense as an individual is something that not only affects society but it affects the relationship we have with our families and friends. In some ways common sense relates to the principles of integrity in that sound decisions must be made based on all the facts for each situation. Making decisions involves judgment and making the right ones involves common sense. Sometimes we as individuals make decisions which sometimes appear to not be logical and may be questioned by others. To further explain our decisions which affect others appears to not have the characteristics of common sense as the decision does not make sense. Though there are times when decisions may appear to not make sense but they are the right ones to make given the situation and the facts.

There is an impacts our daily lives when it exists and when it does not. Let us remember the principle one person can make a difference. If we engrain the concept of common sense in us as individuals it has an impact not only on us but society in general. Society and all the segments which exist are made up of individuals with their own characteristics and qualities. If we start to use common sense in what we do everyday all segments of society will be impacted through our individual efforts. Individual common sense is a start. Our individual activities affect the segment of society in which we are a part.