Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

Mark’s suspicions about his neighbor, Sam, intensified after his wife, Lisa, took a solo fishing trip. Lisa’s decision for solitude seemed harmless until Mark stumbled upon a photo she posted online, proudly holding Sam’s branded fishing rod. Confronted, Lisa initially denied any wrongdoing but eventually admitted to borrowing Sam’s rod. Mark’s trust shattered. The secrecy…

Sometimes, I get tired of my job, feeling the dread of another day at the office. But unlike many, I never have to worry about my work putting me in danger. It’s easy to forget that some professions are not just mentally challenging but also hazardous, like firefighting. Firefighters don’t get enough credit for their…

Tristan Weigelt, a 26-year-old tattoo apprentice covered in extreme body art, made headlines after showing what he looked like prior to using his body as a canvas. The before photos were astounding.

Optical illusions have a unique way of tricking our brains, and this real-life illusion is no exception. Hidden within a seemingly ordinary photo is an “invisible” dog that has left even seasoned enthusiasts puzzled. The image, originally shared by Christina Suvo, features a dog cleverly camouflaged in a kitchen setting, but spotting him is no…

Mia and her mom were incredibly close, sharing secrets and always being there for each other. One day, Mia’s mom informed her about renovating the house and advised Mia not to visit for a few months. As time passed, her mom became distant, and their calls less frequent. Although Mia sensed something was wrong, she…

A woman faced a difficult decision when her estranged daughter, who had distanced herself after the woman’s divorce from her cheating husband, returned years later seeking financial help for college tuition. The woman, who lost custody due to her ex-husband’s influence, was unsure whether her daughter’s intentions were genuine or motivated by financial need. Despite…

Australian parents Andrea and Paul Haynes shared their heartbreaking story on A Current Affair with Ally Langdon about losing their 13-year-old daughter, Esra, to a dangerous viral trend called chroming, which involves inhaling toxic chemicals to get high. Esra, a bright and talented athlete, tragically died after inhaling aerosol deodorant during a sleepover, leading to…

As Mollie drove home in the rain, overwhelmed by losing her job and her recent breakup, she noticed a little girl on a school bus frantically banging on the window. Concerned, Mollie chased the bus, fearing something was terribly wrong. She cut in front of the bus to force it to stop and rushed inside,…

Joyce Rhinehart was out to get ice cream with her grandson one day, when she spotted a family sitting on a bench nearby. They too were enjoying ice cream, and Joyce claimed she felt a sudden compulsion to take their photo… As Joyce explained in a later Facebook post: “On June 8th I was at Rita’s…

Baywatch actress Donna D’Errico, 54, addressed women who criticized her for wearing a bikini at her age. After posting a 4th of July video in a red, white, and blue bikini, some called her “too old” and “desperate.” D’Errico responded on Instagram with a new bikini photo, stating, “I can wear and do whatever I…