Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

I was alone in a taxi at 3 a.m. The driver kept silently making eye contact. When I arrived, I rushed out and into my building, climbing to my 8th-floor flat. Then, I heard footsteps behind me—it was the driver. Panicked, I started sprinting up the stairs, but he got closer. I turned, and to…

One Car Per House? Neighbor’s Plan Bac When we moved into our new home, it quickly became clear that our neighbor had an issue with parking. Although no rules limited the number of cars per household, she insisted there should only be one. Her disapproval became official when we found a handwritten note on our…

I booked my vacation 6 months ago. Recently, a teammate asked if I could switch dates because she has kids and really needed those days off. I said, “Sorry, I need my vacation too.” She suddenly cried and left. But I didn’t know she had told my boss that I agreed to it. I didn’t…

Karoline Leavitt, stands at the center of the political world as Donald Trump’s White House press secretary — the youngest person ever to hold the title. Her rise has been rapid, her confidence unwavering, and her public image meticulously composed. Yet behind that polished exterior, she has quietly revealed a more fragile and deeply human…

Vampire Power: What It Is, What It Costs, and the Lazy Way to Beat It You’ve heard it: “Unplug stuff when you’re not using it.” Annoying… but not wrong. The trick is to be strategic, not obsessive. What’s “vampire power”? Also called phantom load or standby power, it’s the electricity devices sip while “off” or idle—anything with a clock,…

Michael J. Fox has spent much of his career defying expectations, especially after being diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease at just 29. To me, he’s of the most courageous people on earth. But recently, she opened up about some deeply personal challenges. “I wake up and get the message..” Sometimes I feel a pang of sadness…

Rediscovering the Lost Art of Sewing Sewing has come a long way—from simple needles and thread to today’s advanced machines. Yet, along that journey, many once-essential techniques have quietly faded away. But imagine this: a simple, old-fashioned method that makes your stitches stronger and helps you sew faster. Intrigued? One forgotten trick is making a well-deserved comeback,…

How to Handle a Man Who Doesn’t Appreciate You If a man fails to value you, the most important truth is this: you don’t teach someone to appreciate you by overgiving, chasing, or staying longer. You teach them through your response to being undervalued. Here’s how to take control—step by step. 1. Be Honest With Yourself Ask…

A new law could potentially see the killer of Ukrainian Iryna Zarutska put to death using an extremely rare method of execution. The slaying of Zarutksa, a 23-year-old refugee, in broad daylight on August 22 caused uproar, with thousands of people online backing calls for a harsh punishment for the depraved individual responsible. The young…

Title: Is Israel Under Attack in 2025? Introduction: In recent news, there have been reports of Israel coming under attack in the year 2025. Let’s delve into the details and understand the situation better. lsraeI under attack 2025 The year 2025 has brought a new wave of challenges for Israel, with reports emerging of the…