Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

Nowadays, most people lead busy lives and are forced to follow hectic schedules. This can easily cause stress, which later leads to more serious health issues. The food most Americans consume, fast food, is also a factor which negatively affects the quality of life. A great number of Americans struggle to maintain healthy weight and…

Wikimedia Commons A heartbreaking incident in Defiance, Missouri, as a house explosion has taken the lives of two brothers. On a calm Friday morning in Defiance, Missouri, a devastating tragedy unfolded as a sudden house explosion claimed the lives of two young brothers: four-year-old Julian Keiser and six-year-old Jamison Keiser. The event happened when the…

Optical illusions exist to trick our mind into believing that we see something that doesn’t really exist or into lacking to see the obvious. Either way, they are fun and trigger discussions. They also make us think deeply about their meaning and about what they truly represent. The following optical illusion can help you determine…

People eat and drink unhealthy things all the time. Some people are aware of the consequences, while others are not. Some know the consequences of these foods, but just don’t give a damn. This article isn’t about food, though. It is about a common drink that millions of people consume every day. Roughly 25% of…

A plane carrying a family home to Mexico from Philadelphia was involved in a fatal crash Friday night. The family, including a mom and her daughter, were travelling to Mexico after a life-saving medical treatment in the States. Tragically, the aircraft crashed around 30 seconds after take off. Along with the mother and daughter, onboard…