Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

Her legs don’t lie because they can’t. While she pushes through one more shift, one more errand, one more late night, they quietly record every strain on her heart, hormones, and circulation. The swelling that clings to her ankles, the heaviness that settles by evening, the restless tingling that wakes her at night are not…

For centuries, rosemary has been valued not just as a cooking herb, but as a symbol of protection, remembrance, and well-being. Mediterranean families once planted it near doorways, and today it’s becoming popular again as people return to simple, natural routines. Whether grown in a pot or used in food, rosemary brings intention and beauty…

The Mystery of the Purple Fence Have you ever walked through a quiet neighborhood or a country trail and spotted a purple fence? Not brown, not white—but bright purple, like someone dunked it in grape juice. Your first thought: why? Just an odd paint choice? Surprisingly, there’s a reason. In many rural areas, purple on…

Many people wonder whether someone they care about feels the same way, and sometimes the signs are easier to read than you might think. When a man is truly interested, his behavior often reveals more than his words. Small actions, subtle changes, and quiet gestures can speak volumes long before he actually says anything out…

Johnny had been taught that 911 was for real emergencies, the kind that make grown-ups’ faces go pale. So when his subtraction worksheet felt impossible, his little heart raced the same way. To him, the numbers on the page were as frightening as flashing lights and sirens. The dispatcher could have shut him down with…

What’s Really Inside a Can of SPAM? Have you ever wondered what goes into that iconic blue-and-yellow can of SPAM? You’re not alone. For decades, this pantry staple has won fans around the world with its unique taste and versatility. A Mystery Behind the Name SPAM was first created in 1937 by Hormel Foods in…

Note: we are republishing this story which originally made the news in September 2018. In a tragic turn of events that has shaken the Panola County community, a young life was lost in a school bus crash. The Mississippi Highway Patrol has confirmed that the collision occurred at approximately 7:15 a.m. on Wednesday morning when…

Comedy icon Steve Martin, who is best known for his iconic roles in “Saturday Night Live,” “Pink Panther,” and “Father of the Bride,” has unexpectedly announced that he is retiring from the entertainment business at the age of 75. Despite his retirement remarks, Martin, who currently co-stars with Martin Short and Selena Gomez in the…

Optical illusions often reveal little pieces of our personality that we don’t always recognize—sometimes in amusing ways, and other times with surprising accuracy. The image above is one of those illusions, showing several animals cleverly hidden within a single silhouette. The idea is simple: whichever animal you notice first supposedly points to your “biggest flaw.”…