Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

Years after high school, reconnecting with Jason, the guy I admired back then, in an upscale restaurant felt surreal, like a scene from a romantic comedy. However, the evening took a surprising turn when his charming exterior shattered, disclosing a startling reality that left me stunned. The idolized boy from my past had transformed into…

When Darin overhears a sinister plan that threatens her widowed mother’s happiness, she must decide whether to confront the deceit or protect her from the painful truth. What follows is a family confrontation that could either mend or forever break their bonds. Life is unpredictable and challenging. I’m Darin and I have a serious story…

At the outset of Samantha’s marriage, a puzzling incident occurred when her father-in-law, Bill, declined to take part in a wedding photo, causing her emotional distress. Eager to find out why he was distancing himself, Samantha investigated his past, and what she unearthed deeply disturbed her. Could this revelation irrevocably alter her new marriage? The…

Brian Warter, 51, and Erica Wishart, 48, parents of six, were on their first family vacation in Florida when they tragically lost their lives. The couple were swimming together with two of their children on Hutchinson Island on June 20 when the catastrophe unfolded. The teenagers were able to save themselves, but both Brian and…

For egg enthusiasts like me, there’s joy in cracking an egg, whether for a fluffy omelet, baking a cake, or making fried rice. While I occasionally buy eggs from the farmer’s market, most come from the supermarket in coded boxes. Understanding these codes became essential over time. The three-digit code on the carton is the…

In a jaw-dropping workplace saga, a mother, identified as Savannah, has left the public stunned after confessing to an unusual tactic to deal with an office creamer thief – she swapped it with her own breast milk. Savannah initiated this unexpected episode by purchasing a bottle of her preferred coffee creamer and innocently placing it…

In a dazzling display that captivated fans, the 20-year-old social media and NCAA sensation, Livvy Dunne, showcased her skills in the iconic LSU leotard on Saturday. The series of photos she shared, captioned “great day to be a tiger” along with a salute emoji, set social media abuzz. These snapshots came just a day after…

I’ve just been widowed, so I sold my big house not to feel lonely and visited my son for some time. But when I arrived, his wife met me and started complaining about their tiny space. “You’ve got two options. There is the basement, or there’s a nursing home. Your call, grandma.” Being stricken, I…

It’s that time of year again, as Auburn students head back to school with enthusiasm, and our social media feeds fill up with heartwarming pictures of kids donning backpacks and grinning ear to ear. Among these delightful snapshots, one back-to-school picture stands out. Seventh-grader Brooke Mills, a student at Auburn City School, appears in the…

Trying to get your luggage together after a long exhausting day of travel is frustrating. Especially because many suitcases look the same, people often risk grabbing the wrong bag. As such, Many people have learned a great hack for recognizing their luggage on the conveyor belt; they tie colorful ribbons or string on so their…