Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

The life story of one of the most famous actresses Hollywood has ever seen, Judy Garland, is still filled with darkness and mysteries as to how the industry affected her health and how it pushed her to her limits, and eventually to her death. Garland was the youngest of three sisters, all of which were…

Finding a coin on the ground is a “small experience” many people share, yet it often carries emotional meaning. While some ignore it, others feel a spark of joy, as if they’ve found a “quiet gift.” In many cultures, this moment is seen as more than luck and instead as a sign of encouragement or…

What Are Phytoestrogens? (And Why They’re Your Best Friend) Phytoestrogens are plant-based compounds that mildly bind to estrogen receptors in the body. What Are Phytoestrogens? (And Why They’re Your Best Friend) Phytoestrogens are plant-based compounds that mildly bind to estrogen receptors in the body. Block excess estrogen when levels are high Protect cells with antioxidant…

They’re found in food and water—and unlike bacteria, they can survive refrigeration and mild cooking. And once inside your body? They can: Live for months or years Migrate to muscles, brain, or organs Cause chronic digestive issues, fatigue, and malnutrition Fact: Over 3.5 billion people worldwide are affected by parasitic infections each year (WHO). Common…

When I saw a photo of this object online, I had no idea what it was! A lot of times the internet brings you face to face with something completely peculiar and you are left scratching your head. I wracked my brain trying to figure it out, but I just couldn’t put my finger on…

jo San Francisco, CA / Palm Desert, CA — Patricia Montandon, the famed American author, socialite, columnist, television personality and peace activist, passed away on December 21, 2025, at the age of 96, just days before what would have been her 97th birthday. She died in Palm Desert, California, where she had been living in…