Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

My flight to Los Angeles was supposed to be uneventful, just another routine work trip. However, a mysterious request from the pilot turned it into a journey that would unravel a truth about my past, changing my life forever. As an architect working for a prominent construction firm, I had been given a significant opportunity…

Claire simply wanted to play her part as the mother-of-the-groom at her son Mark’s wedding to Alice. However, tensions flared as she became more involved in the wedding arrangements, particularly over the choice of the wedding dress. “I didn’t realize—they look so different in color,” Claire defended herself when Alice accused her of selecting a…

For years, my husband made mocked my plump figure. I often used food to cope with our troubled marriage. One day, his jokes went too far—he compared me to a slim, beautiful woman in front of everyone. That was the moment I decided to take control. Soon, I shocked my husband and made him speechless.…

In 2018, Melanie Dudley, a Texas native and new mom, faced criticism when breastfeeding her three-month-old son at a restaurant. A man at a nearby table asked her to cover up, to which Melanie responded with a twist that garnered laughter from onlookers.Amid 86-degree heat, Melanie began breastfeeding her baby discreetly, but the man’s discomfort…

Recently, I discovered that the strange, black geometric patterns on my garden leaves were Nymphalis Antiopa butterfly eggs, also known as Mourning Cloak butterflies. Initially, they seemed like an alien infestation, but they turned out to be beneficial. These intricate eggs look like delicate black lace spread across the leaves, laid in clusters, with each…

Parenting a teenager can be challenging, with conflicts arising as they seek independence. One mother shared her experience when her son felt embarrassed by her presence. To teach him a lesson, she mirrored his behavior. Here’s some advice for parents navigating similar situations: Understanding Teenage Behavior: Recognize that teenage rebellion is normal and not a…

The global community was taken aback by the surprising news of a 13-year-old boy and a 15-year-old girl becoming parents at an exceptionally young age. We will update you in the future regarding the trajectory of their lives. While a young girl, Chantelle, started noticing changes in her physique, the children were apprehensive about disclosing…

Estella traced the inscription inside the ring, crying. Her son, Neil, a talented scientist, had followed in his late father’s footsteps. Estella encouraged his career, but one day, a call shattered her world: “Your son… he’s no longer with us.” Estella’s life spiraled into grief, and she felt no reason to live. Years passed, and…

I thought I lost everything when I caught my husband, Brian, with another woman, and he kicked me out. But his grandfather, Richard, had a plan that would teach Brian a lesson. Brian and I had been married for ten years, with a beautiful home and successful careers. His wealthy grandfather, Richard, had made the…

Sienna Powell, raised by a single mother, saved for years to buy her dream prom dress. However, when her best friend Aaron’s mother needed life-saving surgery, Sienna sold the dress to raise money. “Don’t worry, Aaron, we’ll figure this out,” she assured him, choosing friendship over her long-awaited prom night. The dress, which cost $2000,…