to do what you want without worrying about what others think
他人がどう思うか気にせず、自分のやりたいことをする (tanin ga dou omou ka ki ni sezu, jibun no yaritai koto o suru)
"He prefers to do his own thing and not depend on anyone."
"彼は自分のやりたいことを好み、誰にも依存しない。" (kare wa jibun no yaritai koto o konomi, dare ni mo izon shinai)
to gain someone's confidence through actions
to start something that causes many unexpected problems
To keep someone informed about something.
to prepare for something
to fail to meet expectations or standards
to establish an example of excellence that others strive to...