Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

Leah and Ava Clements: The Story of Two Sisters, One Camera, and a Global Journey of Beauty, Family, and Purpose In the age of social media, where countless profiles are created each day and millions of photos are uploaded by the minute, it takes something truly unique to stand out. But sometimes, it’s not the…

A tourist in the Philippines narrowly survived a crocodile attack after mistaking a live animal for a statue. While visiting Kabug Island Mangrove and Wetlands Park, the 29-year-old man climbed into an enclosure to take a selfie with Lalay, a 15-foot crocodile. Despite warnings, he got too close—prompting the animal to attack. Lalay grabbed his…

The mother of the 8-year-old who was killed at his birthday party is begging other parents to avoid buying this one common decoration that killed her little boy in “one of the most tragic of accidents.”     Little Joshua Dunbar, a bright-eyed 8-year-old full of energy and dreams, had just celebrated his birthday. The…

The brutal and deeply tragic case of Sara Sharif has left many around the world heartbroken and horrified. The abuse she endured, the betrayal by those meant to protect her, and the unimaginable suffering leading up to her death have rightly sparked widespread outrage.     As for the prison attack on Urfan Sharif, it’s…

Sometimes, the best jokes are the ones you have to look at twice. That’s exactly what happened when a photo of a seemingly normal license plate in Perth went viral for its clever hidden message. The plate, reading “370HSSV,” appeared innocent—until someone flipped it upside down and revealed its true, hilarious meaning.Shared on Facebook by…

Butter storage is a topic that divides kitchens—some swear by the fridge, while others leave it out for convenience. So, who’s right?Because butter is mostly fat with very little water, bacteria don’t grow as easily as in other dairy products. However, leaving it out for too long, especially in warm conditions, can cause it to…

Soong Mei-ling, also known as Madame Chiang, was a prominent political figure and the wife of Chinese president Chiang Kai-shek. Diagnosed with cancer at 40, she beat the disease and lived to 106.     Her healthy lifestyle, influenced by Traditional Chinese Medicine, included strict daily habits and nutrition. She followed a bedtime routine of…

There’s something undeniably captivating about a perfectly cooked steak. With its rich, savory flavor and tender, juicy bite, steak has earned its reputation as the crown jewel of culinary excellence. But what makes this dish so irresistible?     It’s a combination of quality meat selection, precise cooking techniques, and the artful execution of flavors.…

When Jeni met Ray, she was sure kids weren’t in her future. Ray wanted four. Fast forward 30 years, and they now have 16 children — nine boys and seven girls — and live in Toowoomba, Queensland.     Life in the Bonell household is anything but typical. With eight kids still at home, Jeni…

Lisa’s Remarkable Journey as a Mother with Down Syndrome     In a world where societal expectations often push couples toward traditional life paths, those who deviate—especially people with disabilities—face intense scrutiny. Lisa, a woman with Down syndrome from California, defied stereotypes when she became pregnant at 29. Despite skepticism and criticism, Lisa was determined…