Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

A type of mental illness characterized by extreme and sudden swings of mood. Manic depression, cyclothymia or bipolar disorder is a form of mental illness characterized by alternate attacks of mania and depression.  

A mental state in which the person is in a state of uncontrollable excitement, mania.  

An herb whose root resembles the human form and was widely used for its aphrodisiac properties.  

A policy, now largely abandoned for legal reasons, of requiring a person to retire upon reaching a designated age. Some unique occupations may still legally impose age restrictions, but, in general, there is no longer a mandated retirement restriction based on age retirement; flexible retirement. The jaw.  

A compulsory requirement.  

Something that is essential; required by statute or regulation. To require, or a requirement. In health care, the term is being used to refer to federal- or state-imposed requirements on insurance companies, employers, and so forth, to pay for health care or to provide specific benefits. A legal, ethical, or political requirement to execute actions…

A sight or geometric pattern which is focused upon during meditation. An ancient Hindu and Buddhist representation of the universe, used as a focal point for meditation. A Hindu or Buddhist graphic symbol of the universe, specifically a circle enclosing a square with a deity on each side. A symbolic pattern, often circular in form,…

A court order compelling a person or an institution to perform a particular duty.  

A case in which a manager is no longer considered to be up-to-date.  

The use of the scientific method and quantitative techniques to increase the level of attainment of organizational goals.