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When to use "I don't mind" or "I don't care"
I don't mind(It doesn't bother me.)
I don't care (might be a little bit impolite unless it is uesd for preference)
👏I'm good either way. I'm good with either choice, instead of saying "I don't care"
Mini role play
A: What bother you if we raincheck next week?
B: No, I don't mind at all. Today has become really busy actually, so that works out well for me.
Do you mind?(doesn't it bother u or would it bother you of something happened )
A: Do you mind if we have a  raincheck for next week?
B: No, I don't mind. It doesn't bother me.
👏It will have different meaning if the tone is changed.

1️⃣have something on my mind(think something a lot)
Ex: Sorry, I'm distracted. I have a lot on my mind.
2️⃣something in my mind(have a specific idea about something)
Ex: Don't make plans tonight. I have something in my mind, but it's a surprise.
Ex: I haven't bought you a gift yet, but I've got
 something in mind.
3️⃣make up your mind(to decide)
Ex: I can't make up my mind which to choose.
Ex: Come on, make up your mind already.
Role Play: 
A: Do you mind if I sit here?
B: I don't mind it at all. Go ahead!
A: Sorry, did you ask me a question a moment ago? My head isn't clouds. I have a lot on my mind.
B: Oh, yeah! no worries. I was just asking if you saw the email from Mr Green asking for activity ideas, wondering if you have something in mind.
A: I do have a few ideas, but I can't make up my mind which to suggest.
B: Impressive, I haven't come up with anything.

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