Some rules exist because they had to be implemented. Like the speed limit or legal drinking age. Meanwhile, some rules have backfired big time and made the people who implemented them regret their decision. Check out our previous post about such instances right here.
But there are rules that need no introduction. They’re not documented in books nor authorized by law, and still, they govern our daily lives. This simple “common sense” is also known as “unwritten rules” and they refer to common behavioral constraints we all take for granted.
Things like not swiping sideways if someone shows a picture on their phone, or never making fun of someone else’s laugh. Sounds random, but people swear by it! Scroll down below for more unspoken rules listed by people online.
#21
Be patient with the elderly unless they're being [jerks]
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448points
#22
If you borrow a friend's car, fill up the tank when returning it as a thank you.
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442points
#24
Life isn't fair and thank goodness - imagine the horror of knowing that every bad thing that happened to you happened because you deserved it.
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376points
#25
Don't bother someone with headphones in unless it's important. They have headphones in for a reason.
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371points
#27
For women: always have an extra pad or tampon on you. You never know when another woman might desperately need it. You may not like her, but this is your one exception to be nice. We've all been there.
364points
#28
Always say please and thank you. Good to do it until it becomes second nature. Most people know this, but not everyone does it.
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345points
#29
If you're going to ask someone to help you move, please have all the boxes already packed and ready to go.
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334points
#30
Always start with the question "how might I be wrong?"
Everyone can figure out a reason to believe they're correct, but if you look for reasons you are wrong first you will make fewer horrific assertions and mistakes.
"How might I be wrong" is the core question of science and the start of all wisdom.
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326points
#32
If a bro [passes away] while lifting, put more weight on the bar, then call 911
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314points
#33
Common sense ain't that common, so explain things in the simplest manner you possibly can.
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314points
#34
We have an ABC mantra at work:
Assume nothing.
Believe nobody.
Check everything.
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309points
#35
When letting cars into traffic, you let one then you go, just keep alternating.
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307points
#36
The first time visiting someone's place you bring something. Anything. Bottle of wine, six-pack, food, origami penguin. Something.
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306points
#38
Especially to your kids, don't make promises you can't keep. Also, don't ever threaten to do something you can't or won't follow up on.
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294points
#39
If someone clearly doesn't want to talk to you or needs to be somewhere else, let them be.
289points