Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

For over a century, rings have symbolized love, marriage, and commitment. Traditionally, they’ve been worn on the ring finger to indicate romantic involvement. However, a new trend is emerging—women are now wearing rings on their pinky fingers, and the meaning is quite different.This gesture has nothing to do with being taken or engaged. Instead, it…

Scratching a person’s palm: a nuanced action that carries various meanings. Scratching another person’s palm, particularly in the context of a man and a woman, may appear to be a trivial physical interaction. Yet, this seemingly minor act can hold various interpretations based on the cultural, social, and personal circumstances surrounding it. Some individuals might…

A Utah vanity plate reading “DEPORTM” has triggered widespread outrage after high school teacher Matt Pacenza posted a photo of it on Twitter, questioning how it was ever approved. Many interpreted the plate as xenophobic, prompting fierce backlash and renewed scrutiny of state oversight. The Utah DMV confirmed the plate was issued in 2015, despite…

I had been married to my husband for ten years when I accidentally discovered that his real name was different from what I had always known. It happened during a visit with his estranged brother, who, in the course of conversation, casually let it slip that my husband had another name. I was shocked and…

Five weeks into motherhood, I was exhausted, hungry, and overwhelmed not just by caring for my newborn, but by the unexpected chaos brought on by my live-in mother-in-law. She claimed to be helping, but instead filled our home with noise and guests, offering little actual support. My husband, meanwhile, defended her and left me feeling…

Locking eyes with an owl feels powerful—like more than a wildlife sighting. Across cultures, owls are seen as messengers of wisdom, change, and even warnings. Their silent presence often signals a time for reflection or transformation. In ancient Teotihuacán, owls were sacred. The Aztecs, however, saw them as omens. Today, many still feel a deep…

The largest great white shark ever seen in the Atlantic has surfaced again, and this time he’s at a popular tourist destination. The Jaws theme is already playing. Introducing Contender, a massive 14-foot great white shark weighing 1,653 pounds. Scientists believe he is approximately 30 years old.In January, OCEARCH, a nonprofit that studies huge marine…

Flies hovering over your fruit or cockroaches skittering beneath the sink are more than just annoying—they’re an everyday frustration for many households. These pesky invaders can make your peaceful home feel like a constant battleground. Thankfully, the answer to your pest problem may already be sitting in your kitchen or bathroom cabinet.A natural, effective remedy…

We’ve all heard the saying, “What goes around, comes around.” But when it actually happens—and especially when karma makes her appearance in real-time—it can be truly unforgettable. These 12 stories from everyday people show how justice can strike with perfect timing. Some are poetic. Some are funny. Others hit like a gut punch. Either way,…

They say we lie to survive but some lies don’t protect, they wreck everything. I learned that the night we buried our high school time capsule. Back then, I was dating Brian, my first love. We were young, hopeful, and I imagined we’d be together forever. My best friend Jess stood by my side—or so…