Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

A sincere, close embrace is one of the most powerful ways humans express care, reassurance, and emotional closeness. When it comes from a man, a hug can carry meanings that go far beyond words, speaking directly to trust, affection, and support. A Sense of Safety and Protection A firm hug can create an immediate feeling…

Sleeping with the wrong person can cause emotional turmoil that lingers long after the encounter. When intimacy is shared with someone who doesn’t value or respect you, it can leave you feeling empty and unappreciated. Regret often follows, along with self-doubt and heartache. What may have been intended as a fleeting moment of pleasure can…

Many people notice it the moment they open a pack of deli ham: a glossy, rainbow-like shimmer spreading across the slices. The shifting greens, purples, and blues can look metallic and unsettling, triggering worries about chemicals, bacteria, or spoilage. While some shrug it off as normal, others hesitate, unsure whether the meat is safe to…

Jamie Perkins and Nikki Thot’s love story once resembled a modern fairy tale. They met in 2009 on MySpace—Nikki, a 19-year-old South Sudanese-Australian model, and Jamie, a 25-year-old cinematographer. Their connection was instant, and within a year, they married. Their life together, including daughters Ava and Zoe, captivated millions through YouTube. It began with Jamie’s…

The ground didn’t just shake. It roared. In the dead of night, millions jolted awake as a 5.2 earthquake rippled from the quiet town of Julian to the bright sprawl of Los Angeles. Phones buzzed, walls creaked, hearts pounded. Five seconds of warning. Five seconds to wonder if this was the one that would cha……

The music stopped without warning. For more than twenty years, Christmas Eve at the Kennedy Center meant live jazz, shared memories, and a ritual that felt untouchable. Then, in a single season, it vanished. A quiet rebranding, a presidential name, a musician’s conscience, and a lawsuit collided—and a cherished tradition was left han… Continues What…

Thanksgiving had become a lonely day for the narrator after the loss of his wife, Marla. Grief had reduced his world to quiet routines, and with his daughter living overseas, the silence felt even heavier. On one such Thanksgiving morning, he went to the store simply to distract himself and get a small meal for…

The narrator’s life takes an unexpected turn after discovering her husband’s profile on a dating site during a late-night scroll. Shocked and unsure what to believe, she creates a fake account to confirm her suspicions. When he messages her, calling himself a widower “looking for love,” she realizes the gravity of his deception and begins…

Breakfast is often called the most important meal of the day, as it provides the energy and nutrients needed to start the day strong. One of the most popular choices for breakfast is the banana—but is it truly a healthy option? Bananas are a convenient, portable fruit that require no preparation. Their natural sweetness and…

Have you ever noticed a U.S. dollar bill with small stamps or inked markings that seem unusual? While they may look mysterious, these marks often tell a story about where the bill has been. These markings are called chop marks, added by money changers, traders, or currency handlers to confirm that a bill was checked…