The Art of Common Sense

Have you ever encountered some who couldn’t see the obvious?  They may have been book-smart to the umpteenth degree, but the things that should be simple and straightforward, were not.  Or perhaps they trudged into a situation without taking a moment to consider the consequences of their actions?  I certainly have.  

Maybe the following will help:

I'm not pointing fingers.  In fact, we can all be reminded of the above (probably on a daily basis).  I can't tell you how many words have flown at light speed out of my mouth without my stopping to think about them first.  In fact, I am guilty of doing ALL of the things listed above - too many times to count!  Maybe I should be the first in line to point a finger at myself for I am guilty.

In light of this, my goal for the day will be to concentrate on these five things:

Listen.  Think.  Wait.  Forgive.  Try. 

It's good advice.  Are you with me?