It's National 'Use Your Common Sense' Day

KEY DETAILS

Purpose: To encourage people to pause, slow down, think before acting on impulse, and apply practical judgment and safe decision-making to everyday life.

• Date: November 4 every year (coinciding with the birthday of famous American humorist and social commentator Will Rogers, who famously quipped, "Common sense ain't that common").

• Founder: Created around 2015 by Bud Bilanich, a career mentor and author known as "The Common Sense Guy". 

How People Observe It

Introspection: Reviewing past choices or mistakes with a fresh perspective to avoid repeating them.

Practical Life Hacks: Sharing simple, sensible advice or "well, duh" solutions for daily tasks (such as double-checking emails before sending or verifying details).

Social Media: Participating online using the hashtag #CommonSenseDay<!--TgQPHd|||[]--> or sharing tips on practical thinking.

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More News from Columbus

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