Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

Across cultures and generations, hummingbirds have been seen as far more than tiny, beautiful creatures. With their shimmering feathers and lightning-fast wings, they’ve inspired awe for centuries — and many believe their sudden appearance carries deep symbolic significance. These delicate birds are often linked to joy, renewal, healing, and hope. When one shows up at…

I asked for five urgent days off because my son was in the ICU, fighting for his life. My boss said no. His exact words: “You need to separate work from your private life.” I didn’t argue. I just smiled, slept a few hours, and showed up the next morning—pushing my son’s hospital bed straight…

What started as a throwaway lyric in Skrilla’s track Doot Doot has unexpectedly evolved into a cultural signal — almost like a secret code shared across classrooms and playgrounds. When someone yells six seven, every kid in the room instantly understands the cue. The phrase has no deeper message, no hidden symbolism, no backstory to…

The Mystery Call That Stopped the Country Club Cold Picture this: A man is relaxing in the quiet lounge of a country club — maybe chatting with friends, maybe enjoying a drink after a long day. Suddenly, a cellphone rings on the table. It’s not his phone, but he answers anyway. H – “Hello?” W…

Container gardening has completely changed the game for people with limited space. Whether you live in an apartment, have a tiny patio, or just want an easier way to garden, 5-gallon buckets offer a simple, affordable solution. They’re sturdy, portable, and perfect for growing a surprising number of foods — even if you’ve never gardened…

Throwing away eggshells might seem easy, but they’re far more useful than you might think. Instead of tossing them, you can turn them into eco-friendly helpers for your home and garden. Gardening Uses Eggshells are packed with calcium, making them an excellent natural fertilizer. Crushed shells enrich the soil, help prevent blossom end rot, and…

A worried housewife rushed to answer the ringing phone, instantly comforted by the familiar, gentle voice on the other end. “How are you, darling?” she asked. “What kind of a day are you having?” “Oh, Mother…” the woman sobbed. “It’s been awful. The baby won’t eat, the washing machine broke down, I didn’t get to…

When it comes to comfort food, perfectly baked potatoes are hard to beat. They work as a side dish, a main course, or a party favorite — simple, satisfying, and crowd-pleasing. But here’s an even better twist: you can make unbelievably soft, flavorful baked potatoes right in your crock pot. Just wrap them in foil,…

A man phones his wife and says, “Honey, I’ve been invited to go on a week-long fishing trip out of town with my boss. It could really help me get a promotion. Can you pack enough clothes for the week, get my rod and tackle box ready, and please don’t forget to include my new…

Trump’s promise of a $2,000 “dividend” was meant to sound straightforward: tariffs bring in extra money, and that cash gets sent straight to working families. But the reality — legally and financially — is far more complicated. So far, tariffs have generated less than $200 billion, nowhere near enough to fund the plan, and a…