blow one’s mind, to
blow one’s mind, to - To shock, surprise, or astonish one; also, to lose one’s mind, to go crazy. This slangy phrase hails from the mid-1960s, an era rich with hippie culture and anti-establishment vibes. Initially, it often referred to a drug-induced experience, as in “Man, that concert was so far out, it totally blew my mind.” By 2000, it commonly signified sheer amazement: “He managed to juggle eight oranges at once—it blew my mind.” See also blow away.
Related Expressions
- Blow away - To impress or surprise greatly.
- Mind-boggling - Overwhelmingly impressive or confusing.
- Go off the deep end - To lose control due to extreme emotions.
- Out of this world - Extraordinary; amazing.
- Take aback - To surprise or astonish someone.
Similar Terms
- Astound - To shock or greatly surprise.
- Dumbfounded - To be speechless due to shock or surprise.
- Flabbergast - To surprise greatly; astonish.
- Stupefy - To stun, daze, or bewilder.
Proverbs
- “Expect nothing, appreciate everything.”
- “Surprises are the joy of life.”
- “The most beautiful moments in life come from unexpected places.”
Humor-Filled Quotes
- “I’m not easily impressed. Wow. A blue car.” — Gabriel Iglesias
- “I don’t suffer from insanity; I enjoy every minute of it.” — Unknown
- “There’s no half-singing in the shower, you’re either a rock star or an opera diva.” — Josh Groban
Suggested Literature, Books, Songs, Poetry, and Movies:
- Literature: “Catch-22” by Joseph Heller explores themes of absurdity that might just blow your mind.
- Books: “Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind” by Yuval Noah Harari, for those who want their minds broadened.
- Songs: “Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds” by The Beatles, a song that epitomizes mind-blowing experiences.
- Poetry: “Do Not Go Gentle into that Good Night” by Dylan Thomas; its powerful verses might blow your literary mind.
- Movies: “Inception” directed by Christopher Nolan, guaranteed to twist and turn your mind.
### Which idiom means to feel extremely impressed or astonished?
- [x] Blow one's mind
- [ ] Bake the noodle
- [ ] Sing a rainbow
- [ ] Bouncing off the walls
> **Explanation:** "Blow one's mind" is the correct idiom used to express extreme impression or astonishment. The others are, well, a bit mind-numbing.
### What era is the idiom "blow one’s mind" originally associated with?
- [x] The mid-1960s
- [ ] The Roaring Twenties
- [ ] The Victorian era
- [ ] The Ice Age
> **Explanation:** The idiom "blow one’s mind" is rooted in the hippie culture and anti-establishment spirit of the mid-1960s.
### True or False: "Blow away" can mean to impress someone greatly.
- [x] True
- [ ] False
> **Explanation:** That’s true! "Blow away" can indeed be used to describe impressing someone to a high degree.
“Life is full of surprises, both big and small. The secret is to embrace each mind-blowing moment as an opportunity to grow, learn, and laugh outrageously.” — M. I. Marvelous
