Horse sense is the thing a horse has which keeps it from betting on people.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Animals are smart because they avoid trusting human promises or investments.
- In plain terms
- Horses don't bet on people because they know better.
- What can you take from it?
- Be wary of trusting people with money.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Who do you trust with money?
- How do you spot a bad deal?
Another view
It ignores that animals also make errors.
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