Common Quote by Oscar Wilde
““People die of common sense””
About This Quote
Source Play: Lady Windermere's Fan, 1892
Common sense can be fatal when it leads to reckless decisions or neglect of nuance.
In simple terms: Common sense can kill.
Key Takeaway
Balance intuition with wisdom.
Themes
wisdom
danger
common sense
Mood
cautionary
witty
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- health decisions
- financial choices
- leadership
Key Concepts
critical thinking
risk
overconfidence
Questions to Reflect On
- When has common sense misled you?
- How can you incorporate nuance?
A Different Perspective
Overreliance on “common sense” may oversimplify complex problems.
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