Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

Riona Kelly’s life took a tragic turn when she suffered a paralyzing spinal stroke at 37. Confronted with the harsh reality of paralysis, she faced heartbreak when her husband decided to end their marriage just days into her hospital stay. Initially, doctors offered little hope for recovery. Despite despair, Riona embarked on a remarkable journey…

Ana Stanskovsky has defied conventional tattoo wisdom by prominently tattooing her boyfriend’s name, ‘Kevin,’ across her forehead, sparking widespread attention. In an Instagram video capturing the daring decision, Ana enthusiastically embraces the tattooing process, declaring, “Let’s do it!” Despite Ana’s apparent joy, reactions from her followers range from surprise to skepticism. One commenter, claiming to…

Amidst a surge of migrants at the southern border and perceived federal inaction, Texas Governor Greg Abbott has taken assertive steps to fortify border security. The state has implemented land barriers, river barriers, and deployed the National Guard. Now, a significant bill awaits Abbott’s signature, granting Texas the authority to deport illegal immigrants. The bill,…

A shop owner in New Jersey, Jim Boggess of Jimbo’s Deli, hung a sign in his store window declaring March as “White History Month” to celebrate his heritage. However, the sign sparked outrage in the community, with some labeling it as racist. Boggess defended the sign, stating that everyone should be proud of their heritage,…

Woman with ‘world’s biggest cheeks’ is unrecognizable in pic taken six years ago These days, plastic surgery has become something accessible to a lot more people. More and more people are changing their appearances from slight adjustments to complete transformations. One Ukrainian model has dubbed herself the woman with the biggest cheeks. She has undergone…

We are going to take many tests in life but one test that tends to stick with us for a lifetime is our IQ test. It isn’t generally something we can study for, but it can shape us in many ways. Determining our IQ can take on many different forms, and that includes a sketch…

Mark Bryan, a 61-year-old engineer from Germany, is challenging gender norms by embracing high heels. Originally designed for men in the 10th century, high heels are now mainly associated with women. However, Mark is part of a growing movement of men reclaiming this fashion statement. Despite his unassuming appearance, Mark has gained attention on social…

Four Louisiana police officers decided to grab dinner at Outback Steakhouse during their shift. Unbeknownst to them, the restaurant staff had a special surprise in store. Manager Arline Wood and server Zoe, who have a great relationship with the officers, decided to pick up their $67 tab as a gesture of appreciation for their service.…

There’s always a large degree of respect to be earned for sticking by your beliefs or sacrificing something in the name of your faith. Brendan Johnston, a former high school wrestler from Colorado, knows all about that. Back in 2018, he reportedly forfeited no less than two state tournament matches that were supposed to take…

In this amazing tale of the power of social media, Mark Cropp, a young man New Zealand, found himself at a crossroads after serving a two-year, three-month sentence for a botched drug deal. During his time behind bars, Mark, desperate for a fresh start upon release, made a decision that would profoundly impact his life.…