for (one's) (own) good

For one's benefit, even though it may not be enjoyable or desirable. I know you're mad that I won't let you eat candy for dinner, sweetheart, but it's for your own good. I'm not surprised she's upset, but she has to understand that we're doing this for her own good. It will be hard, but you need to break up with Adam for your own good. Your relationship has just gotten way too toxic.

for your (ˌown) ˈgood

(of something unpleasant) so that you will benefit: I don’t like criticizing you but it’s for your own good. ♢ I know he doesn’t want to do all this extra homework, but it’s for his own good.

for your good

for (one's) (own) good

for your (ˌown) ˈgood