'mind-bending' originates from the combination of 'mind' and 'bend,' where 'mind' refers to the intellect or consciousness, and 'bend' implies altering or twisting.

'mind-bending' evolved from the concept of altering one's perception or understanding, becoming a common term in the 20th century to describe complex or surreal experiences.

Initially, it referred to altering one's perception, but over time it evolved into describing experiences or concepts that are difficult to comprehend.