Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

When our son was born, I thought I was being cautious, responsible even. A small seed of doubt — one I never admitted aloud — kept growing until I finally demanded a paternity test. My wife didn’t cry or argue; she simply looked at me with a stunned expression and quietly asked, “And what if…

When Claire’s dream wedding took a shocking turn, everything she believed about love and trust crumbled in an instant. But sometimes, the quiet strength of family speaks louder than any words — and this time, her father’s response changed everything.Months before the wedding, Claire’s fiancé, Dylan, showed her a video of a groom tossing his…

A rare and serious medical case has emerged at Al-Zahra University Hospital in Isfahan, Iran, where doctors treated a 23-year-old man suffering from “dropped head syndrome” after years of drug use. This condition, also called floppy head syndrome, is characterized by extreme weakness in the neck muscles, causing the head to fall forward onto the…

Cultural and Social Context The behavior of crossing one’s legs while sitting is a phenomenon that is not only personal but is deeply rooted in specific cultural and social contexts. Throughout history, norms of etiquette and social expectations regarding female posture have evolved, thus influencing the way women present themselves in public spaces. In many…

Expecting a child is one of the most profound moments in a couple’s life, often filled with happiness, hopes, and dreams for the future. From the moment they receive the wonderful news that they will become parents, many moms and dads-to-be hold onto one simple wish: that their baby arrives into the world healthy and…

One crisp autumn morning, when the usual breakfast rush had begun to slow down, I found myself catching a brief respite from the flurry of orders behind the counter of the fast-food restaurant where I worked. The morning light angled through the large windows, creating streams of warmth on the tables scattered throughout the dining…

Malia Obama, the eldest daughter of former U.S. President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama, is stepping into the spotlight in a new way. The 25-year-old is making strides in the entertainment industry and recently made headlines for choosing to use a different name professionally.A New Chapter in HollywoodMalia made her directorial debut…

After finishing her shower, a wife walked into the bedroom and noticed the curtains were still open. Feeling a bit self-conscious, she asked her husband to close them so that the neighbors wouldn’t be able to see her. Her concern was genuine — she didn’t want anyone outside to accidentally catch a glimpse of her…

It Was Supposed To Be An Easy Flight Home—Just A Few Quiet Hours In The Air, A Movie, Maybe Some Sleep. But Halfway Through, Peace Gave Way To The Unmistakable Rhythm Of A Small Foot Repeatedly Slamming Into The Back Of My Seat. At First, It Was Just A Gentle Tap, The Kind Of Thing…

In the heart of what seemed like a unified movement, a fissure has torn open—and it all began with a clip. The moment had all the immediacy of a lightning strike: Candace Owens exploding into confrontation, a cold stare at Erika Kirk, and within hours the footage went viral. What was supposed to be a…