Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

Jenna, a first-time mom, struggled to care for her newborn, keep the house spotless, and prepare meals daily. Overwhelmed, she was relieved when her husband, John, suggested his mother move in to help. However, her mother-in-law’s presence quickly turned into a nightmare. Instead of helping, the MIL invited guests over, adding to Jenna’s stress. One…

Kidney disease is a serious condition that can silently harm your health. Recognizing early warning signs and seeking timely medical attention can prevent severe complications. Role of the Kidneys The kidneys filter blood, remove waste, balance electrolytes, and regulate blood pressure. They also produce hormones for red blood cell production and bone health. Healthy kidneys…

Just when hope seems lost, stories like nine-year-old Bailey Cooper’s remind us of the strength of the human spirit. Bailey, a young British boy, had one heartfelt wish: to meet his unborn sister. Despite immense pain from his battle with Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, he held on to fulfill this dream. When his mother Rachel announced she…

Nancy discovered a life-altering truth on her 18th birthday: her stepfather, Stephen, was actually her biological father. This revelation, delivered in a letter from her late mother, transformed their relationship and led to a heartfelt father-daughter journey. Stephen had stepped into Nancy’s life after her mother’s passing when she was 10. Initially, Nancy struggled to…

If you feel the need to poop right after eating, it’s likely due to the gastrocolic reflex—a normal bodily response that prepares your digestive system for incoming food. When you eat, your stomach stretches, signaling your brain, which then prompts your colon to contract and clear space. The stool expelled is from previously digested food,…

The Azerbaijan Airlines plane crash in Kazakhstan on Christmas Day claimed 42 lives, leaving 28 survivors. The Embraer 190 aircraft burst into flames near Aktau, Kazakhstan, after a suspected bird strike caused an onboard oxygen tank explosion. The flight, carrying 67 passengers and five crew members, was en route from Baku to Grozny when disaster…

For 20 years, I prayed to become a mother, enduring endless fertility treatments. Ethan, my husband, grew distant over time, but I attributed it to the strain of infertility on our marriage. Finally, when I had lost all hope, the pregnancy test was positive. Overjoyed, I shared the news with Ethan, but his indifferent response…

Falling for Molly. In college, I fell for Molly, the most beautiful woman I’d ever seen. While she didn’t feel the same, we became close friends. After a painful breakup with her boyfriend Tanner, Molly revealed she was pregnant. Tanner wanted no part of the baby, leaving Molly in turmoil. Determined to help, I proposed…

Vanna White recently sparked marriage rumors with an Instagram post, leaving fans curious about her low-key relationship. Although Ryan Seacrest, the new Wheel of Fortune host, has been vying for her attention and admitted to having a “crush,” White’s heart has long belonged to her boyfriend, John Donaldson. White revealed in an interview that she’s…

Knox Jolie-Pitt, now 16, has captured attention for his transformation since his birth in 2008. He and his twin sister, Vivienne, grew up in the spotlight, with Knox often resembling both Brad and Angelina. The family sold exclusive photos of the twins for charity, raising $14 million. Knox made his voice acting debut in Kung…