Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

Zohran Mamdani’s confirmation sent ripples through New York’s political landscape, signaling both a new direction and a test of ideals. To his supporters, it was a long-awaited breakthrough—a moment when progressive values finally found a seat at the table. They hailed his vision for affordable housing, environmental reform, and justice-driven leadership as the change their…

A recent family incident has started a nationwide conversation about understanding, compassion, and the importance of unconditional love. It highlights how crucial it is for parents to listen, support, and stand by their children — especially when they open up about who they truly are. Experts and advocates emphasize that acceptance at home can transform…

A school bus driver has died and four children have been taken to hospital with minor injuries following a school bus crash off the westbound lanes of Highway 401 in London, Ont., Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) announced Sunday. The crash and the ensuing investigation closed the highway’s westbound lanes between Veteran’s Memorial Parkway and Highbury…

When a devastating house fire broke out in Wyoming, Illinois, 21-year-old Shelby Carter found herself in an unimaginable situation. Trapped upstairs with her 10-day-old daughter, Keana, and with the flames rapidly advancing, Shelby had only moments to act. She made a courageous and selfless decision that ultimately saved her baby’s life. With no way to…

Teen’s Honest Gesture Turns Restaurant Mix-Up Into Viral Lesson in Kindness A Los Angeles waiter learned how a simple act of kindness can come full circle. During a dinner shift, he served four polite teenagers dining out alone for the first time. He offered meal suggestions and treated them “with genuine patience and respect.” When…

A House Divided I thought I knew my own house—the quirks of the stairs, the hum of the kitchen light. I didn’t know my pregnant daughter had been sleeping on a thin air mattress in the hallway. I’m Rufus, 55, a freight worker. My wife Sarah died ten years ago, leaving me and our daughter…

A loved one’s funeral is one of life’s most heartbreaking moments.   n the whirlwind of arrangements and the fog of grief, families often make decisions quickly — sometimes too quickly. First, personal letters and cards should be kept. Whether handwritten or typed, they capture your loved one’s words, personality, and emotions. These messages often hold intimate…

  The death of Robin Williams in 2014 shocked the world. The beloved actor and comedian had been suffering from a severe and rare brain disease. It was later revealed that Williams had diffuse Lewy body dementia, a fast-progressing and degenerative condition. This disease affects thinking, movement, behavior, and mood. In a past interview, Williams…

She lost almost everything in her divorce—except for a broken shed. What she did with it is truly inspiring.     With strength and creativity, Heather transformed it into a cozy home. For many, a large house is the dream. But more and more people today choose smaller spaces, valuing simplicity, lower costs, and easier…

Two Stories of Resilience and Justice Ryan’s life unraveled after losing his parents and the $25,000 trust his late mother left him. His stepmother Tracy spent it on “household needs” — including her son’s Jeep. When that same Jeep caused a crash, the truth surfaced in court. The judge ruled Tracy owed Ryan $25,000 and…