Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.
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The Science of Beets: Surprising Ways They Transform Your Body
. Something felt off in the restaurant long before anything happened — “glances lingered a second too long” and there were “murmured exchanges behind the counter.” The atmosphere carried a quiet tension, as if the staff were holding “invisible burdens” no customer could fully see. The moment broke when a waitress, frustrated after receiving a…
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The Surprising History of Coin Ridges and Their Role in Protecting Currency
You have held them thousands of times without giving them a second thought. Coins passed from palm to palm at grocery stores, slipped into parking meters, dropped into tip jars. Or flipped in the air during moments of indecision. They are so familiar that they fade into the background of daily life. Yet if you…
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Can You Spot the Squares? Most People Get This Wrong
At first glance, it’s the kind of image you might scroll past on social media and smirk at — a bright stack of geometric blocks arranged neatly in a pattern, with a caption daring you: It reads like a harmless brain teaser. You glance at it, quickly tally the squares you see, and move on.…
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If you know this, you’ve been around for a minute. 😉 When I was a kid we had a coal and wood stove to heat the house with in the living room. And had one of these in the 2 bedrooms for heat at night.
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Body Acne: 5 Tips To Get Rid Of Them
Body acne is an issue for many people. However, there are things you might do to get rid of them once and for all. Ready? Body acne is an issue for many people. Research shows that 9.4% of people in the world have acne. It is common to have them, but some people can lose…
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Young Man Hospitalized Because He Dropped His Ca…See More
A recent case reported by medical professionals at a hospital in Isfahan has brought renewed attention to a rare and often misunderstood neuromuscular condition known as Dropped Head Syndrome (DHS). The case involved a 23-year-old male who developed significant neck weakness, ultimately resulting in a fixed forward bending posture of the head and neck. This…
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Redness Swelling and Warmth in One Leg
If you’ve noticed sudden redness, swelling, or warmth in one leg, it’s important not to brush it off. While it might seem minor at first, these symptoms can signal serious underlying health conditions—some of which require immediate medical attention. Here’s what you need to know. 1. Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT): A Silent Threat One of…
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If You Spot This Insect In Your Yard, You Had Better Know What It Is
If the rise of social media has given birth to one thing positive, it’s that people can now share information at an unprecedented pace. This also means that warnings over potential dangers can make their way around within a very short amount of time, making us all – in theory at least – a little…
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John Wayne Casserole
casserole delivers all the bold flavors of the Wild West—no open flame required. Inspired by the iconic cowboy actor, John Wayne Casserole is a hearty, layered dish that has become a beloved comfort food favorite. With seasoned beef, spicy accents, a creamy layer, and a biscuit crust, it’s a go-to for feeding a hungry crowd…
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Here’s what you need to know about tonsil stones – the weird pimple-like growths in your throat
The rise of social media sites has meant that photos and videos can be shared worldwide like never before. As a result, trends develop from time to time where there seems to be waves of similar content rolling out during a given period. It probably shouldn’t come as a surprise that content to do with…
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