Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

In a world obsessed with celebrity couples and grand gestures, it’s easy to forget the quieter love stories that carry just as much weight. One such story is that of an elderly couple who were married for 65 years—a lifetime of shared moments, mutual care, and undying commitment. But despite their incredible milestone, they were…

You’ve just spotted some damage on your girlfriend’s car—specifically, a noticeable cut on the tire’s sidewall and some scratches on the rim. This might look concerning, but before jumping to conclusions, it’s important to understand the potential causes, the safety risks involved, and the right steps to take. Let’s break down everything from identifying the…

When Quaker Oats announced that their “Aunt Jemima” brand would be discontinued in light of the Black Lives Matter movement in 2020, it created quite a commotion. However, a great-grandson of “Aunt Jemima” objected to the choice just one day after it was made public, stating that the family thought it would only serve to…

Written by Alex North and Hy Zaret in 1955, Unchained Melody is one of the most iconic ever, with its influence spanning decades. Originally performed by Todd Duncan, it has since been covered by over 670 artists in different languages, but The Righteous Brothers’ 1965 version brought it lasting fame. posterposter Their rendition is often…

We often think of cats as being able to look after themselves. Most cats spend hours outside alone all day and return home only to eat and clean themselves, making them pretty low maintenance. But some cats have the type of fur that requires grooming and if you don’t stay on top of it, it…

Have you ever stepped into a room and noticed an unpleasant odor clinging to the air? Or maybe the atmosphere in your home feels a little stale and not as refreshing as you’d like. We have all been in a situation like this where the room does not smell nice, and there is no apparent…

Patricia Krentcil went viral in 2012 after being charged with child endangerment. Readers may in fact know her better by another name, “Tan Mom,” as she was obsessed with going to the tanning salon and spending time in the booth five days a week. Eventually, the controversial phenomenon called tanerexia – where one doesn’t realize…

Caitlyn Jenner became one of the most prominent athletes in the 1970s. She won a gold medal and set a new world record at the 1976 Olympics in Montreal, and after her career was over, jobs in the entertainment business followed. But as of today, Caitlyn has been in the spotlight for coming out as…

Most of us can relate to being on the receiving end of other people’s opinions and questions when it comes to having children. Today, society has this silent pressure that you should have a good job, meet a partner, get married, and have children. Therefore, spouses who decide not to have kids must often have…