You thought everyone understood the way you did. Realizing they don't creates a sense of aloneness few understand.

The idea of "common sense" often implies a static, universal understanding of what is practical, logical, and appropriate. It's the unwritten rulebook passed down through generations. However, history ...

Some expressions may sound harmless, but when repeated frequently, they reveal patterns that affect relationships, finances, ...

Having common sense helps people understand the world around them and identify what they need to do to succeed. However, when someone doesn't have common sense, they find simple tasks more challenging ...

We started losing our national understanding of common sense back in the 1960s when we were told not to discipline misbehaving children, especially using “corporal punishment,” as that would devastate ...

Despite societal shifts toward egocentric and narcissistic personality traits, there's still power in common sense, empathy, and compassion for others. Emotionally intelligent people who wield common ...

Every fall semester since I arrived at UC Berkeley, I have taught the introductory class on leadership to incoming MBA students at the Haas School of Business. I begin the first day by acknowledging ...