Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

My mom was in the hospital, so Dad and I went to grab her things. We were just going through the list, nothing unusual, until I opened the safe for her jewelry box. That’s when I saw it – a note that said, “DON’T SHOW LUCY.” The thing is… I’m Lucy! And beneath the note…

A blonde is terribly overweight, so her doctor put her on a diet. “I want you to eat regularly for 2 days, then skip a day, and repeat this procedure for 2 weeks. The next time I see you, you’ll have lost at least 5 pounds.” When the blonde returned, she shocked the doctor by…

If you have yet to find a stink bug in your home, consider yourself lucky. These beetle-like insects tend to invade people’s homes in the fall through siding, soffits, chimneys, and around window and door frames. They love spending their winter hibernation in your home, and will often fly around light fixtures. However, the worst…

In a small suburban neighborhood, a 12-year-old boy has become the center of a heated controversy after his parents permitted him to cover his face with intricate black tattoos—an unprecedented decision that has sparked outrage, fascination, and a flurry of questions about parental rights and child welfare In a small suburban neighborhood, a 12-year-old boy…

Don’t judge a book by its cover is an old saying, but it never hurts to be reminded of it. If a parent does not fit the usual mold of a parent, judging them simply on their appearance might be very unjust. The tattoos on his face led others to accuse him of being a…

Shiloh Nouvel Jolie-Pitt, the first biological daughter of Hollywood icons Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt, recently celebrated her 16th birthday, captivating the public with her remarkable transformation. Once recognized for her tomboy style and braces, Shiloh has gracefully blossomed into a poised young woman, quickly establishing herself as an emerging figure in the world of…

I always believed that having a baby would bring us closer. But I never expected that my husband’s mother would tear us apart. She controlled everything, and my husband let her. I tried setting boundaries, but nothing prepared me for the betrayal that left me standing at the door with my newborn in my arms—alone.…

While “The Brady Bunch” initially garnered modest ratings during its original 1969–1974 run, it blossomed into a cultural phenomenon through syndication, spawning numerous spin-offs, movies, and specials. Behind the scenes, the cast’s dynamics were a blend of camaraderie, youthful exploration, and personal challenges, contributing to the show’s enduring charm. On-Set Bonds and Antics The youthful…

A woman who claims she “died and spent three days in heaven” is now sharing her chilling messages from “angelic beings” in the “higher realm.” Julie Poole, who attempted suicide when she was 21, says that when she was dead, she had an encounter with a “white shimmery figure” who enlightened her with the vision…

Hurricane Rafael, an unusual November storm, is gathering strength and moving toward the United States with significant force, having recently been upgraded to a Category 2. With maximum sustained winds currently reaching 110 mph, Rafael represents a rare and potentially severe threat for this time of year, particularly for regions from Texas to the Florida…