Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

Last week we managed to escape to Acadia National Park after a five hour drive in the car. When we arrived at our rental house, we were immediately struck with the salty ocean smell. The kids were bursting to explore our little rocky beach so we quickly unloaded our bags and walked two flights down the wooden steps…

“One can never consent to creep when one feels an impulse to soar.” — Helen Keller I’ve read many versions of the fable about an eagle who thought he was a chicken and have been unable to find the original source. Dr. Eldon Taylor, author of “Choices and Illusions,” has an inspiring U-Tube video about the…

One of my favorite workshop activities is when I ask participants to think of someone special who changed their life. I want to know whom they would thank who was truly inspirational and motivational to them, from any point in their lives, and most of them immediately tell me about a teacher or coach they had.…

My price of admission went up recently. As it does every time I deepen into my growth and healing. Every time I do the work to raise my self-worth or claim more of what I really want for myself. My time, attention, and energy become less accessible.I raise the standards around what I’m willing to…

Heroes can play a role in the development of your character from a tender age. We tend to look up to heroes as supreme examples of the greatness that is inherently possible in human beings. Heroes influence and shape the lives of everyone they touch. Sometimes a hero can be one of your own family…

You wake up one morning with your hands folded behind your heavy head. You stare blankly at the ceiling and then begin to plan your day. You’re wrapped in the same comforter, sporting the same tattered t-shirt, and your knee, the left one, still nags you until about noon. At first, this day feels like…

I feel like it’s important to be a positive person. It’s much easier to be positive than negative. When you are positive others around you are more positive and people want to be around people who have a positive attitude. Trust me I have bad days, I have negative days but I really try to…

In today’s fast-paced world, maintaining an active lifestyle can be a challenge. However, finding the motivation to stay active is crucial for our overall well-being. This article aims to provide valuable insights and practical tips to help individuals unlock their motivation and establish long-term habits for staying active and healthy. Setting Clear Goals Begin by…

Most people believe that their flaws are the negative aspects of their personality that make them imperfect. They think that getting rid of their flaws can lead them to perfection. They also believe that happiness, satisfaction, and inner peace are bound to perfection. In other words, they glorify perfectionism and resent imperfection. I was also…

As an artist, finding inspiration is an integral part of the creative process. It is the spark that ignites our imaginations and drives us to express our thoughts, emotions, and ideas through various artistic mediums. Inspiration can come from a multitude of sources, ranging from nature’s beauty to the complexities of human emotions, from the…