Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

Pregnancy is supposed to be a joyous journey for a woman. Yet it’s no secret that conflicts can sometimes emerge, particularly within relationships with mothers-in-law. These tensions can dampen the excitement of this special time. Recently, a pregnant woman found herself navigating the journey to motherhood amidst strained relations with her MIL, leading her to…

John’s thoughtful gesture of buying a house in Pennsylvania for his son, Mark, took a dramatic turn when Mark’s fiancée’s family uninvited John’s wife and daughter from the wedding. After John discovered that Lisa’s family had moved into the house without Mark’s knowledge, he decided to sell the property, feeling his family was no longer…

Jen and her husband, in their 70s, cherished their five grandchildren and were always there for them. After Eloise’s recent wedding, they followed their tradition of gifting the cheapest item on the registry along with $40,000. However, when Eloise criticized the gift, calling them cheap, Jen revealed they had planned to give her the money…

Most new homes come equipped with an appliance that can double your electricity costs. If we pay attention, we can prevent this. Unaware of it, some people make certain mistakes that result in inflated bills. For instance, plugged-in appliances use electricity even when they are not in use, and so do idle laptop chargers. The…

After a blissful five-year relationship, a 45-year-old man proposed to his girlfriend, igniting excitement and immediate wedding planning. This man, a devoted father, shared custody of his 11-year-old daughter from a previous marriage. His girlfriend had always shown affection towards his daughter, which made their bond seem even stronger. As they ventured into wedding preparations,…

Here are some water-saving tips for your bathroom and kitchen: **Bathroom:** 1. **Switch to a Low-Flow Shower Head:** Replace old models with low-flow ones to cut water usage by 25-60%. 2. **Take Shorter Showers:** Aim for five-minute showers to save water. 3. **Shower Instead of Baths:** Opt for showers, which use less water than filling…

The year 2020 brought unprecedented challenges, including the deaths of NBA star Kobe Bryant and the global pandemic. These events deeply impacted society, affecting the economy and retail industry. Lord & Taylor, America’s oldest department store chain, fell victim to these challenges, filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy after nearly two centuries in business. Originally planning…

Reality TV star Abbie Chatfield has ignited a debate about the term “females” on her podcast “It’s A Lot.” She expressed concerns that the term may be offensive as it reduces women to their biological attributes and excludes transgender individuals. Abbie argues that using “women” instead encourages inclusivity and fosters understanding of gender diversity. Her…

In Philadelphia, a potential disaster was averted thanks to the keen senses of a husky named Kobe. Owner Chanell Bell noticed Kobe digging persistently in their yard, an unusual behavior for him. Trusting her intuition, Bell investigated and found a gas leak beneath the sidewalk. Utilizing a gas detection device, she confirmed the presence of…

Kansas teacher Pamela Ricard gained attention when she sued Geary County Schools after receiving a three-day suspension for not using a student’s preferred pronouns. Ricard, teaching at Fort Riley Middle School, chose to address a biologically female student by her legal last name instead of the student’s preferred first name and pronouns due to her…