Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

The 15-year-old child of Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner has disclosed their new name. The Batman actor’s past and present relationships with singer Jennifer Lopez have interrupted Garner and Affleck’s 2005–2018 marriage. They welcomed three children together: Violet,   who is eighteen, Samuel, who is twelve, and their middle kid, who is fifteen, who has…

Note: we are republishing this story which originally made the news in July 2023. In a world where self-expression is celebrated, it’s essential to remember that individuality comes in many forms, including body art. Meet Richard Huff, a 51-year-old dad who proudly dubs himself an “ink addict.” With over 240 tattoos adorning his body, Richard…

Former President Barack Obama faced backlash during his speech at the Obama Foundation’s 2024 Democracy Forum for claims about Republicans that critics said mirrored his own party’s actions. Obama accused Republicans of “stacking the deck,” suppressing votes, politicizing the military, and weaponizing the justice system—remarks some viewed as hypocritical, given similar actions attributed to Democrats.…

When my son innocently revealed that my husband was secretly driving a shinier car with a woman I knew nothing about, I thought his secret would break us apart. But then I did my investigation and discovered a truth I never anticipated. I’ll admit it: our car was a disaster zone. Sharing it with my…

Meaning Behind the Tradition of Coins on Gravestones Have you ever noticed coins on gravestones?These small tokens, left by visitors,symbolize honor and remembrance for those who served in the military. Each coin carries a unique meaning:Penny: Someone visited to say, “You are not forgotten.” Nickel: The visitor attended boot camp with the deceased, honoring shared…

In this amazing tale of the power of social media, Mark Cropp, a young man New Zealand, found himself at a crossroads after serving a two-year, three-month sentence for a botched drug deal. During his time behind bars, Mark, desperate for a fresh start upon release, made a decision that would profoundly impact his life.…

If you see someone with a “red string” tattoo on their hand, it typically signifies the “red thread of fate” concept in Asian cultures, meaning they believe they are destined to be with a specific person, symbolizing deep connection, love, and predestined romance; essentially, it’s a sign that they are tied to their soulmate by…

I Was Left to Care for Another Woman’s Child While She Partyed Mark’s journey from college student to devoted father began when he fell in love with Molly, a fellow student who became pregnant after a brief relationship with Tanner. Despite Molly not reciprocating his romantic feelings, Mark proposed marriage to support her and the…