Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

A young British woman is clapping back at the “older generation” who insist that when she’s 60, she’ll regret covering her body with tattoos. Though she admits she’ll never “be the girl [men] take home to their parents,” Taylor Paige Courtenay says she loves her inked skin and warns users to keep their “opinions to…

He’d walked these hospital stairs so many times, he could do it blindfolded. And yet, every step still brought that same grim weight—an invisible pressure that settled deep in his chest. Cyril avoided elevators. Not out of claustrophobia, but because elevators meant interaction. Casual smiles, awkward small talk, well-meaning questions about his wife. He couldn’t…

The morning mist clung low to the ground, the kind of stubborn fog that lingered even after the sun had begun to rise. The Peterson farm, nestled against the base of the Blue Ridge Mountains, was still and quiet, save for the soft crunch of boots against frost-hardened grass. Seventy-year-old John Peterson moved slowly, the…

After surviving a life-threatening childbirth, I thought the worst was behind me. But just days after bringing our newborn home, my husband dropped a bombshell — his mother didn’t want me or the baby in her house anymore. We’d moved in temporarily after the delivery to recover, but it quickly became clear she saw our…

Canadian influencer Coco Bae isn’t your typical social media personality. While many influencers share beauty tips or daily vlogs, Coco has made headlines for a bold and unconventional personal goal: to sleep with a man from every country in the world. So far, the 37-year-old has ticked off 46 countries—and she’s not slowing down anytime…

The majority of women will probably see a gynecologist occasionally to make sure their health is under control and to help avert any possible problems. Even though women are aware of the importance of this appointment, we still have a tendency to postpone it. Undressing in front of someone in that situation is uncomfortable for…

A photo of a father and daughter, taken during a casual outing, went viral after being shared on social media. The picture, which captured a heartwarming moment between the two, quickly gained widespread attention. However, the viral success came with an unexpected consequence: the father almost lost his job. The reason? His employer did not…

At my best friend Jake’s wedding, everything seemed perfect—until I noticed something strange about the bride, Emily. Her walk was awkward, almost stiff, like she was trying to hide something. At first, I thought it was nerves or uncomfortable shoes, but the feeling in my gut wouldn’t let me ignore it. During the reception, I…

For years, Maria held her family together while her husband, Daniel, seemed more focused on himself than their household. He spent extravagantly—buying designer clothes, dining at upscale restaurants, and treating himself to gadgets—while Maria scraped by, feeding their three children on a tight budget. She often skipped meals to ensure the kids had enough. Their…

A well-earned feast was served to start this Thanksgiving, but my son refused to eat and wouldn’t explain why. He later made a devastating confession about how one family member had betrayed both our and his trust. Even though things are difficult right now, everyone tries their hardest to make things work. My spouse, Mark,…