by Dennis Aubuchon

Created on: August 23, 2009   Last Updated: August 24, 2009

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. Sometimes 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. This article is about the importance of common sense and how it affects everything around us and in every segment of society.

There are three main areas which will be covered in this article regarding the existence of common sense. The first is us as individuals. The second is common sense in business and the last is common sense in politics. This last one may be questionable for some, as we sometimes feel that common sense does not exist in politics based on the actions and decisions being made. This article will address this feeling we sometimes may have regarding politics. The present opinion of politics - and those who are involved in it - is at a low point. I feel this is largely due in part to the principles of common sense.

The first aspect to discuss is 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.

There is one thing that must be remembered in discussing the concept of common sense in us as individuals. 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

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