Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

When Bree discovers her boyfriend Noah’s secret weekly lunches with her grandmother, the truth behind their meetings reveals a touching bond that reshapes her understanding of love and family. Will this unexpected relationship bring them closer or unravel her ties with the two most important people in her life?     Elderly woman and young…

By Rita Kumar May 12, 2025 02:21 A.M. Share “One year after I’m gone, clean my photo on my headstone. Just you. Promise me,” my grandma whispered her dying wish. A year after burying her, I approached her grave to keep my word, armed with some tools. What I found behind her weathered photo frame left me…

To Jessica, the Thursday Lunch Club promised friendship. But beneath the polished glasses and polite smiles, bitterness simmers. When hidden lines are crossed, she must decide — stay silent and small, or risk everything to escape.   They called themselves the Thursday Lunch Club. Like it was sacred. Same time, same table by the window at…

When my perfect sister stole my husband while I was pregnant, I felt completely shattered. She always believed she was better than me and finally got what she wanted. But life has a way of turning things around. When everything fell apart for her, she showed up at my door, begging for help.   All…

My Neighbor Totally Ruined My Windows with Paint after I Refused to Pay $2,000 for Her Dog’s Treatment When Julia refused to pay $2000 for a minor injury to her neighbor’s dog, it sparked an escalating feud. As tensions rose, Julia had to navigate the chaos while dealing with family struggles. But after her neighbor…

Should You Store Butter on the Counter or in the Fridge?   The butter storage debate often pits tradition against food safety. While some prefer to leave it out for easy spreading, others worry about spoilage. Butter’s high-fat, low-water content makes it less prone to bacteria, but it can still go rancid or grow mold…

The world has certainly changed in recent years. Some people consider it progress, but others feel that it is a giant step backward. This includes Pamela Richard, a Kansas teacher who stood up for what she believed in, despite the possibility she could be suspended for it. She was working at Geary County Schools in…

The Fisherman’s Ring: Symbol of Power, Mystery, and Humility   The Fisherman’s Ring, or Anulus Piscatoris, symbolizes the Pope’s role as Saint Peter’s successor. Etched with Peter casting a net, it echoes Christ’s call to “be fishers of men.” When a Pope dies or resigns, the ring is destroyed to mark the end of his authority…

Warning: This article contains discussion of violence, mental health, and suicide which some readers may find distressing. In a shocking and heartbreaking turn of events, a family of four has tragically lost their lives in what authorities are describing as an apparent triple murder-suicide. This devastating incident occurred on the morning of May 10, 2025,…

A tragic murder-suicide occurred in Nebraska on May 10, 2025, the day of a local high school graduation. Police found Jeremy Koch, 42, Bailey Koch, 41, and their sons Hudson, 18, and Asher, 16, dead in their Johnson Lake home. Authorities believe Jeremy fatally stabbed his family before taking his own life.   The Kochs…