Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

The late James Gandolfini wasn’t always the hulking, balding man the world grew to love as a ruthless yet sensitive mobster on The Sopranos. Iconic for his portrayal of the philandering Tony Soprano, who had better luck being loyal to his mob family than his own family, Gandolfini was equally frisky in his younger years, decades before he…

Maintaining a strong and loving relationship requires trust, respect, and support. However, when one partner begins exhibiting controlling behaviors, it can create an imbalance and increase stress. This was the situation faced by one Reddit user when her husband became obsessed with water conservation. The woman describes her husband as a kind and loving person,…

Princess Diana captured hearts around the world as a beloved figure of her time. Let’s take a nostalgic look at rare moments from her remarkable life that continue to inspire. One memorable photograph shows Diana on a skiing trip to Austria with her sons, Harry and William, just after Harry’s ninth birthday. “He’s adorable, and…

Country star Wynonna Judd, 60, sparked online discussion after sharing a photo on Instagram on August 7, where she appeared noticeably slimmer. Sporting an all-black outfit with a plunging neckline and her signature fiery hair, she announced, “THE BACK TO WY TOUR STARTS IN ONE MONTHHHH!!!!!!!! .” Three days later, a fan posted a TikTok video…

Julia Roberts and husband Danny Moder have been married for 21 years and share three kids: twins Phinnaeus and Hazel, 18, and Henry, 16. The couple values privacy, relocating to San Francisco to shield their children from the spotlight. Roberts, a protective mom, banned her kids from social media to limit exposure to modern pressures.…

John Goodman, the celebrated actor known for his roles in “Roseanne” and “The Big Lebowski,” has faced personal struggles off-screen. Goodman has openly battled with depression and alcoholism, shedding light on the importance of mental health. In 2007, Goodman revealed his decades-long fight with addiction, saying, “I put light on the difficulties I faced and…

Hailey Merkt, a former contestant on *The Bachelor*, has died at 31 after a long battle with leukemia. A message posted on her Instagram confirmed her passing, saying, “It is with broken hearts we share that our beloved Hailey has passed away after a courageous fight for her life.” Hailey was remembered for her bravery…

Driving home after losing her job, Mollie’s world seemed bleak. Then she spotted a little girl banging on the back window of a school bus, clearly in distress. Fearing the worst, Mollie chased the bus and forced it to stop. She rushed aboard, finding the girl, Chelsea, struggling to breathe. As the other children laughed,…

The internet is a vast repository of peculiar and captivating discoveries, where users often stumble upon bizarre objects that leave them scratching their heads. Recently,  Let’s delve into a few of these enigmatic items and attempt to unravel their secrets. 1. The Mystery Hair Removal Device: A silver metal spring with pink plastic ends puzzled many…

The day my dad left when I was 13, it felt like my entire world fell apart. I watched as his car drove away, taking my sense of safety with him. My mom, Crystal, and I clung to each other, promising we’d be okay. Over the next ten years, we slowly healed together, forming an…