Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.
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My Best Bookshelf Styling Tips Ever—Just in Time for Fall
When it comes to decorating the bookshelves in my home, my philosophy could be summed up as—less is more. It’s so easy for open shelves to become catch-alls for all kinds of random tchotchkes and way more books than I actually need to have out on display. We have a lot of built-ins in our…
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Hosting on the Horizon? These 25 Crockpot Recipes Will Feed Any Hungry Crowd
Hosting, while delightful, comes with a range of challenges. It’s a major feat to time everything perfectly, ensure your guests are taken care of, and have fun yourself. One solution that’s particularly perfect this time of year? Crockpot recipes for a crowd. There are so many redeeming qualities about the OG crockpot. Like comforting soups,…
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15 Trending Sneakers to Complete Every Fall Outfit
It’s time to officially admit: my high heel days are over. (Not that I ever actually mastered a solid strut.) Over the summer, I actually left a pair of old heels at a neighborhood block party and I’ve been too embarrassed to go back and pick them up. Is it a sign? Maybe. I’ve learned…
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Do Gut Health Supplements Actually Work? A Nutritionist Explains
In the quest for better gut health, we’ve tried it all (err, most). From probiotics to prebiotics, enzymes to elixirs, we’ve always hoped for the best… but led with a dose of skepticism. After all, it’s hard to know if your probiotic is actually doing anything. Been there, experienced that. Plus, not all supplements are…
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What Season Are You? Everything You Need to Know About Color Analysis
“Wow, you’re really going for a look.” My husband gestured to my side of the closet and I followed his gaze toward the growing category of cream tops hanging in a row. Moving down the line, a collection of muted, sky blues and cotton candy pinks now hung in the place where burnt orange, forest…
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The Biggest Misconceptions About Clean Beauty, According to an Industry Insider
It wasn’t all that long ago that the term “clean beauty” was new concept. But thanks to the goop-ification of the beauty world and the industry’s rabid embrace of buzzwords, it’s now nearly impossible to escape. Words like “clean,” “natural,” and “organic”—none of which are properly regulated by the FDA—get thrown around so often they’ve…
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Exactly How To Add Tretinoin to Your Skincare Routine—Without Overhauling Your Entire Regimen
It takes years to cultivate a skincare routine. And when it comes to taking things to the next level, the best approach is to ask your dermatologist for treatments tailored to your skin. But taking home a prescription is one thing—effectively incorporating it into your skincare habits is another. If you’ve ever put out a…
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Pumpkin Gnocchi Is Creamy, Comforting, and Everything We Love About Fall
Admittedly, I’m a sucker for all the pumpkin bread, cakes, and PSL’s that abound this time of year—but I also don’t want to neglect pumpkin’s savory side. Its inherent sweetness means that pumpkin balances out spice and salt in the perfect way, making it a great blank canvas to build upon in soups, salads, and…
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This Superfood Is Known to Balance Blood Sugar and Boost Digestion—We’re Obsessed
In the ever-evolving world of superfoods, there’s a humble contender worth the pantry space. With its impressive nutrients and versatility, say hello to lupini beans—the unsung heroes of legumes. Beyond their nutritional profile, lupini beans couldn’t be easier to incorporate. Whether you’re a fiber fanatic, a hormone-balancing queen, or home chef with a knack for…
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The 18 Best Pumpkin Desserts to Make This Fall
Pumpkin decor, pumpkin carving, pumpkin desserts—they’re all an essential part of any fall bucket list. It seems that every year the internet has a plethora of new pumpkin recipes to celebrate the onset of the season, and I’m here for it. And since I know I’m not alone in taking full advantage when pumpkin season…
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