Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

Ethan Modboy Bramble is one of Australia’s most famous bloggers. With 95% of his body covered in tattoos, a split tongue, cropped ears, blackened eyes, expanded nostrils, a sewn-in navel, and elongated nostrils, this 24-year-old man stands out on the street.

“Please come over and help me. I have a challenging jigsaw puzzle, and I can’t figure out how to get started.” Her boyfriend asks, “What is it supposed to be when it’s finished?” The blonde replies, “According to the picture on the box, it’s a rooster.” Her boyfriend decides to go over and help with…

The Enchantment of Pinking Shears Recalling the noise of my grandmother sewing, tea boiling on the stove, and cookies baking feels enchanting. In her warm sewing room, a pair of elegant pinking shears always caught my eye. These scissors, with intricately designed handles and unique zigzag blades, are cherished by anyone who has sewn or…

Lia Thomas, the transgender swimmer who made headlines last year by winning a NCAA Division I individual title, has recently faced a setback in her fight against the rules that prevent her from competing at a higher level. The Court of Arbitration for Sport, comprising a panel of three judges, dismissed Thomas’ request for arbitration…

History The vintage wooden ink blotter holds a unique place in the history of writing instruments, evolving alongside the use of fountain pens and inkwells during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. It emerged as an essential tool for absorbing excess ink from paper, preventing smudges and ensuring clean, neat writing. Usage Primarily used…

When I returned from a grueling business trip, I expected my husband, David, to meet me at the airport. Instead, he chose to help a friend’s wife. Furious and hurt, I hatched a plan to teach him a lesson about priorities, not knowing it would transform our relationship forever. I had just landed after a…

Origin and Development The antique grapefruit corer traces its roots to the late 19th century. Crafted as a specialized tool, its purpose was to simplify the extraction of grapefruit segments, eliminating the bitterness of the membrane. Innovations in kitchen utensils during this era aimed to streamline tasks and elevate culinary practices. Functionality and Design Equipped…

When we need it most, our grandparents are frequently a source of comfort and knowledge, providing direction. In this story, a grandma gives her granddaughter some straightforward advice during a trying time. Although the author of this essay is unknown, everyone can appreciate its insightful advice because it contains a universal truth. The young lady…

“He was Bob Edwards of Morning Edition for 24 1/2 years, and his was the voice we woke up to,” she says. When listeners first heard that voice, they might have imagined a figure of great authority, an avuncular newsman dressed in a pinstripe suit. But that was not Bob Edwards. He was the consummate…

A mother of four was exhausted from doing all the household chores, despite working longer hours than her husband. She repeatedly begged her kids and husband to help out, but her pleas were often ignored. Eventually, she took matters into her own hands and taught them a lesson for slacking off their chores. My name…