Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

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…

Blogger Jacqueline Adan faced body shaming during a vacation in Key West, Florida, after undergoing numerous skin removal surgeries. This wasn’t her first encounter; in 2017, she shared an incident from a Mexico trip where people ridiculed her for loose skin. However, her response this time was different. Despite being pointed at and laughed at…

The 1985 movie “Evil Town” is not very well-known, but it has some interesting moments. One such moment is captured in this photo featuring Lynda Wiesmeier. At first glance, it looks like a typical 80s picture—a young man and woman standing in front of a car, dressed in retro fashion. The man wears a gray…

Laura Morris, a former fifth-grade teacher at Lucketts Elementary School in Leesburg, Virginia, left her position due to her refusal to teach critical race theory (CRT). During a Loudoun County School Board meeting, Morris emotionally expressed her opposition to the board’s “highly-politicized agendas” and resigned. She criticized the equity training and curriculum changes related to…

A viral challenge that swept through social media revealed the hidden dangers lurking in plain sight – camouflaged copperhead snakes. Missouri Wildlife posted a picture, inviting people to spot what was concealed among dead leaves. Many were puzzled, deeming it an optical illusion. “Followers sought help in identifying the mysterious object,” as some suggested. Eventually,…

Cara Brookins made the brave decision to leave her abusive marriage and build a new life for her children. With no construction experience and limited resources, she resolved to build a home on her own, using online tutorials and sheer determination. In 2007, she bought a one-acre plot for $20,000 and secured a $150,000 loan…

Teenager Ellie Yeater from the USA stunned her friends with an ambitious project. Wanting a fun space for herself and her pals, Ellie faced a typical challenge for someone her age: limited funds. She found a rundown caravan for just $200 and decided to turn it into her dream space. Despite the caravan being old,…

A dad set out to snap a sweet photo of his daughter, but ended up capturing something much more memorable. The little girl had no idea that her photo would go viral after she posed in front of some horses. As Time reports, the photo was first shared on Reddit. Though there’s not much context, it’s easy…

Serena, 18, fell for a 60-year-old man, Edison, against her father’s wishes. Despite his concerns, Serena defended her love, claiming age didn’t matter. Reluctantly, her father agreed to meet Edison. At Edison’s, overhearing a conversation, he learned Edison was using Serena for a bet. Furious, he confronted Edison, but Serena defended him, accusing her father…

When Emily’s sister-in-law, Jessica, plans an elaborate potluck, Emily dreads the expensive items Jessica insists she bring. Trying to stay within budget, Emily makes a casserole, but Jessica dismisses it—and her. Karma, however, has other plans. I never imagined a family potluck could be so dramatic. My sister-in-law, Jessica, always had a way of making…