Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.
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How To Deal With People Who Sell Ideas And Beliefs
Politicians. Priests. Rabbis. Activists. They are all trying to sell us ideas and beliefs, just like a used car salesman offloading a 97 Buick.
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Your Ideas Matter
The world has taught us to run from our ideas, from risk, and from failure. We avoid highs and lows, but miss out on everything about life that matters.
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A Better Life Is One Step Away
Today is the day. Now is the time. Just one step.
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You Can’t Hide Your Hate Anymore
We used to think antisemitism and racism were a thing of the past. Thanks to social media, Israel, and Ferguson, we can now stop fooling ourselves.
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We All Go A Little Crazy Sometimes
What did “Robin Williams Did Not Kill Himself” reveal about us as people? A soul-searching guest post by Rivka Nehorai, AKA Mrs. Pop Chassid.
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Robin Williams Didn’t Kill Himself
The death of Robin Williams is a chance for us to change the way we frame and discuss mental illness.
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Why It’s Wrong To Call The Anti-Israel Crowd Antisemitic
Why even anti-Zionists, even people in favor of boycotting Israel, and especially everyone else, do not deserve the “antisemite” label.
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Fear Is The Road To Truth
On questioning my beliefs and the incredible fear that comes with it.
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Jon Stewart Is Right About The Israel Debate
Jon Stewart just changed the way I look at the debate surrounding Israel. Here’s why.
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Why Religious Jews And Muslims Are The Key To Peace
For years, we’ve heard that the only way to peace in the Middle East and beyond is less religion. If only people realized the exact opposite is the case.
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