Common Quote by George Bernard Shaw
“Our prejudices are so deeply rooted that we never think of them as prejudices but call them common sense.”
About This Quote
Source Play: Man and Superman, 1903
Prejudices masquerade as common sense, making them invisible and unchallenged.
In simple terms: Biases hide behind “common sense”.
Key Takeaway
Question assumed truths.
Themes
bias
common sense
self‑deception
social norms
Mood
reflective
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
social
When to use this quote
- personal decisions
- policy making
- education
- media analysis
Key Concepts
psychology
philosophy
culture
Questions to Reflect On
- What “common sense” beliefs limit you?
- How can you expose hidden biases?
A Different Perspective
Common sense can be a barrier to progress.
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