Have a mind of your own
phrase
To have your own opinions and make your own decisions without being influenced by other people.
Don't just follow what your friends are doing, have a mind of your own.
Often appears as...
- have a strong mind of your own
- need to have a mind of your own
Usage tips
Idiomatic
phrase
Used humorously to say that a machine or object is not working correctly or as you want it to.
This computer must have a mind of its own, it keeps shutting down on me.
Often appears as...
- machine has a mind of its own
- computer has a mind of its own
Usage tips
Colloquial
phrase
To have your own opinions and make your own decisions without being influenced by other people.
Don't just follow what your friends are doing, have a mind of your own.
Often appears as...
- have a strong mind of your own
- need to have a mind of your own
Usage tips
Idiomatic
phrase
Used humorously to say that a machine or object is not working correctly or as you want it to.
This computer must have a mind of its own, it keeps shutting down on me.
Often appears as...
- machine has a mind of its own
- computer has a mind of its own
Usage tips
Colloquial
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Individuality Emphasized
This phrase celebrates someone's unique perspective or decision-making ability.
She chose a career in arts to have a mind of her own.
Pro Tip 2/3Peer Pressure Resistance
It's often used to encourage thinking independently, rather than giving into group norms.
Even with the latest trends, it's good to have a mind of your own.
Pro Tip 3/3Confidence Expression
Using this phrase can show self-assurance in one's choices or opinions.
You must have a mind of your own to lead this project successfully.
Pro Tip 1/3Individuality Emphasized
This phrase celebrates someone's unique perspective or decision-making ability.
She chose a career in arts to have a mind of her own.
Pro Tip 2/3Peer Pressure Resistance
It's often used to encourage thinking independently, rather than giving into group norms.
Even with the latest trends, it's good to have a mind of your own.
Pro Tip 3/3Confidence Expression
Using this phrase can show self-assurance in one's choices or opinions.
You must have a mind of your own to lead this project successfully.
Pro Tip 1/3Individuality Emphasized
This phrase celebrates someone's unique perspective or decision-making ability.
She chose a career in arts to have a mind of her own.
Pro Tip 2/3Peer Pressure Resistance
It's often used to encourage thinking independently, rather than giving into group norms.
Even with the latest trends, it's good to have a mind of your own.
Pro Tip 3/3Confidence Expression
Using this phrase can show self-assurance in one's choices or opinions.
You must have a mind of your own to lead this project successfully.
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