Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

The Smartest Speed Trap Ever A police officer thought he’d found the perfect hiding spot to catch speeding drivers — a quiet curve on the highway where no one could possibly see him until it was too late. Every holiday weekend, he parked there with his radar gun ready, ticket pad open, confident he’d fill…

For an elderly couple, bedtime wasn’t just about rest — it was game time. Their nights often featured a lighthearted contest they fondly called “fart football.” As they settled beneath the blankets one evening, the husband suddenly shattered the quiet with a thunderous blast. Grinning proudly, he declared, “Seven points!” It was all part of…

Little Johnny’s Classroom Lesson During class, Little Johnny suddenly let out a loud fart that echoed through the room. The entire class went silent. The teacher glared at him and said, “Little Johnny! What do you say when you do something like that?” Johnny paused, thinking carefully, then replied, “Excuse me, ma’am.” The teacher nodded…

He Sent Me an Invoice After Our First Date — With a Payment Plan for Every Act of Kindness When Eric insisted on paying for our first date, I genuinely thought I’d met a rare gentleman. He arrived with a bouquet of roses, a neatly wrapped gift, and a disarmingly charming smile. My friend Mia,…

The day after my son saved a toddler from a burning shed, we found a strange note on our doorstep. It said to meet a stranger in a red limousine near his school—at 5 a.m. I almost threw it away. But curiosity won. And that one decision changed everything. It all began last Saturday in…

7 Signs He Truly Loves You During Intimacy Love doesn’t always shout from the rooftops or arrive with grand gestures. Sometimes, it whispers—softly, sincerely—through the quiet, vulnerable moments you share with someone who truly cares. When a man deeply loves you, it shows not only in his words but in how he treats you when…

“Be Careful” — A First Date I’ll Never Forget I was on a date. The bill came, and the waitress said, “Sir, your card was declined.” He went pale. As we left, the waitress caught my arm and whispered, “I lied.” Then she slipped the receipt into my hand. I turned it over — frantic…

Understanding Chin Hair Growth: The Hair Growth Cycle and Hormonal Influence Facial hair, particularly on the chin, is a natural feature for both men and women. However, its amount, thickness, and visibility vary widely from person to person. These differences are primarily influenced by two factors — the natural hair growth cycle and hormonal activity,…