Why is common sense not so common ?

Common Sense died of misuse years ago:

Today we mourn the passing of a beloved old friend, Common Sense, who has been with us for many years. No one knows for sure how old he was since his birth records were long ago lost in bureaucratic red tape.

He will be remembered as having cultivated such valuable lessons as knowing when to come in out of the rain, why the early bird gets the worm, life isn't always fair, and maybe it was my fault.

Common Sense lived by simple, sound financial policies (don't spend more than you earn) and reliable parenting strategies (adults, not children, are in charge).

His health began to deteriorate rapidly when well intentioned but overbearing regulations were set in place.

Reports of a six-year-old boy charged with sexual harassment for kissing a classmate; teens suspended from school for using mouthwash after lunch; and a teacher fired for reprimanding an unruly student, only worsened his condition.

Common Sense lost ground when parents attacked teachers for doing the job they failed to do in disciplining their unruly children

It declined even further when schools were required to get parental consent to administer Panadol, sun lotion or a sticky plaster to a student; but, could not inform the parents when a student became pregnant and wanted to have an abortion.

Common Sense lost the will to live as the criminals received better treatment than their victims.

Common Sense took a beating when you couldn't defend yourself from a burglar in your own home and the burglar can sue you for assault.

Common Sense finally gave up the will to live, after a woman failed to realize that a steaming cup of coffee was hot. She spilled a little in her lap, and was promptly awarded a huge settlement.

Common Sense was preceded in death by his parents, Truth and Trust; his wife, Discretion; his daughter, Responsibility; and his son, Reason. He is survived by three stepbrothers; I Know My Rights, Someone Else is to Blame, and I'm A Victim.

Not many attended his funeral because so few realized he was gone.

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It's always been a fact that there are more idiots than wise folks. Back before education was the responsibility of a third party I think there was more common sense because children could only learn from their elders who know better, but these days common sense and logical thinking is not taught anymore and is certainly not encouraged amongst the religious.

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I think Common Sense is rare.

Because a lot of people just don't like to think. Thinking is a lot of work, after all, and requires a degree of intellectual responsibility. It's much easier just to do what others tell you to do.

It's not the wisest course, or by any means the best, but it will enable you to--just barely--get by.

If you have not yet been saved please pray to Jesus Christ and repent your sins to Him. Have 100% faith that His blood pays for ALL of your sins. You will then be able to share in the same blessings that I have and discover God's love and kindness. In regards to common sense, read Proverbs. It has a simple message, but very good. Don't make things more complicated than they should be. I pray that God blesses you with peace. Amen.

well, most people just dont use it, some dont have it at all

and some are to scared to take action usually already knowing the answer

;-)

It is common for someone to get a cold but it doesn't mean everyone has a cold.

What is your point?

Common sense is relative.

In America, it is common sense that "George Washington is the first president". But it might not be common sense in Japan.

ROFL

You nailed 'em!!

''Common sense is surprisingly uncommon'' - Amen to that.

People are idiots.