Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

Lisa, ecstatic about her recent promotion, decides to celebrate with her boyfriend Troy. Despite her hopes for a joyful evening, Troy’s behavior quickly sours the atmosphere. At the restaurant, Troy’s disrespectful actions reveal deeper issues in their relationship. Initially, Lisa is excited to share her success with Troy. However, his moodiness about work hints at…

There are people out there whose reckless driving puts other drivers in danger, whether they are texting or talking on the phone while driving, intoxicated, driving too fast, or simply disobeying the law. Sadly, these motorists are more likely to be responsible for fatal incidents. After their family dog was killed, one family decided that…

Sophia Loren is the ultimate Hollywood movie star, synonymous with beauty and a glamorous lifestyle. Her rise to fame wasn’t easy; she was born into a life of poverty, and even when she did enter the spotlight, her looks were criticized. Today we recognize her as the most beautiful woman ever to grace our screens,…

Christopher Reeve, famed for his role as Superman, faced a life-changing accident in 1995 that left him paralyzed. Struggling with despair, he once asked his wife, Dana, if she would let him go. In response, she said, “You’re still you, and I love you.” This pivotal moment renewed his resolve to live. Christopher and Dana…

I recently came across an interesting item in a drawer at my in-laws’ house, nestled among their butter dishes and other kitchen utensils. To give you an idea of its size, I placed a fork next to it for scale. I had no idea what it was, so I turned to the good folks online…

The obituary for Kathleen Dehmlow, published by *The Redwood Falls Gazette*, quickly drew public attention and outrage due to its surprising content. While it started as a typical tribute, the obituary soon revealed deep-seated family animosities. Kathleen’s two adult children used the platform to express personal grievances, culminating in a final sentence that shocked readers.…

My wife, Megan, always poured her heart into cooking for our family’s monthly dinners, but each time, she faced cruel criticism from my relatives. After witnessing her tears again and again, I decided to test their true intentions. At the next dinner, we told my family that I had cooked, though Megan prepared the same…

Palmistry, practiced in China and India over 5,000 years ago, is a technique that predicts the future by reading the lines on the hand. Among these lines, one is said to bring luck to those who have it. The Main Lines: The hand has three main lines: the heart line, the head line, and the life…