Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.
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“A nurse’s kind act saves the life of a dying patient’s dog
In a touching act of kindness, a nurse at Northside Hospital Gwinnett went out of her way to help a dying patient find a new home for her dog. The nurse, Kim Still, had become close with the old woman, who was sick with cancer and didn’t have any family or children to take care…
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It was magical when a star and a shy girl stole the show.
The crowd was very excited, the lights were very bright, and everyone was looking at the celebrity. No one knew it yet, but the real show-stopper was about to come on. The celebrity was kind and asked a shy young girl to join them. The crowd knew they were in for a treat. The room…
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Our ears reveal our true state of health
Earwax, or cerumen, is crucial for ear health, protecting against dirt and bacteria. Its color and texture can signal health issues: Gray: Often from pollution, no worries unless irritation occurs.Blood: Indicates injury or a perforated eardrum, see a doctor.Dark Brown: May result from stress, relax to reduce it.Black: Could suggest a fungal infection, seek treatment.White:…
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How to Stop Body Shaming: The Constant Pressure on Women
Every summer, the media floods us with pictures that make us look closely at women’s bodies and keep up unrealistic standards. Every year, body shaming has become a disturbing tradition thanks to embarrassing photos taken by reporters and harsh news stories. There are important questions that this show brings up, like why are women’s bodies…
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A cherished family heirloom at the centre of a mixed-family fight
An angry woman went to Reddit for help after her husband, Joey, started a fight over a precious family necklace that was meant for Emily, her biological daughter. Her family has had this emerald necklace for a long time, given by the mother to the oldest child on their 14th birthday. It was important to…
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