Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

Bindi Irwin On The Path To Recovery After Ten Years Of Indescribable Pain And Misery Bindi Irwin, an Australian wildlife activist, recently spoke out about her health issues. In a post on Instagram on March 7th, the 24-year-old revealed that she had been diagnosed with endometriosis. A condition where cells similar to the lining of…

Despite the fact we know it to be wrong, a good many people persist in judging books by their covers. There still exist plenty of those ready to form opinions based on the outward appearance of someone. Casting an assertion purely on a first impression isn’t something that we should do, and yet people do…

AN iconic musician who helped The Beatles make their start has died aged 86. Frank Ifield, who took the UK by storm in the ’60s, peacefully died in his sleep on Saturday, a pal confirmed. The UK-born artist, who grew up in Australia, moved back to England in 1959 and quickly became a household name.…

On Nancy’s 18th birthday, her late mother sent her a letter telling her the shocking news that Stephen, her stepfather, was actually her real father. This realization opened the door to healing and a trip down memory lane for a father and daughter that changed their lives forever. Stephen, my husband, was my guardian when…

Money sometimes causes conflict in relationships, particularly when one spouse feels entitled to a specified amount. Becky, for example, thought that the wealth her father gave her should be spent on herself rather than on family needs. Her husband objected, telling her that he’s been there for her for years.   In an unexpected twist,…

Our reader Amelia recently sent us a letter detailing her recent restaurant experience, raising important questions about tipping etiquette, customer service, and how to navigate conflict. Here’s her full story: I (30F) went out to a nice restaurant with my husband (30M) last night to celebrate his big promotion. Everything was going well until the…

Amidst familial expectations and societal biases, a young woman’s «family trip» with her in-laws takes an unexpected turn. Struggling against perceptions of class and etiquette, she confronts a stark choice with profound implications. I (F26) went on a «family trip» with my in-laws 2 weeks ago. MIL always thought that I am a bit «ignorant»…

A coal miner’s daughter forbids him from attending her graduation party because she thinks he’s ‘dirty.’ He still attends and addresses her on the mic, revealing something that makes her cry and regret everything she told him. “Okay, I’ll call you later…dad’s come,” 18-year-old Sabrina hung up on her friend as soon as she heard…

“He is even hotter than his dad”  Richard Gere’s 24-year-old son is stealing the spotlight with his striking looks!  From his curly dark hair to his flawless skin and that irresistible smile, fans can’t get enough of Homer’s resemblance to his famous dad  See why everyone’s talking about this stunning new face in the article below!  Richard Gere’s…

No ego. No self-indulgent ornamentation. No nonsense. Meat Loaf’s performance of the National Anthem at the 1994 All-Star Game is arguably the best rendition ever. There are countless classic renditions of “The Star-Spangled Banner.” For me, Chris Stapleton’s heartfelt performance at Super Bowl 2023 stands out among the best. But I find it hard to…