The weak-willed are usually portrayed as irrational creatures who allow their hot desires to overrule what cooler reason tells them is in their best interests. This is somewhat unfair because, as the philosopher Stephen P. Schwartz has argued, there are many times when it is strength of will, not weakness, which looks rationally puzzling...Latest FT Weekend magazine Column (Published 18/19 June)
Tuesday, 21 June 2011
The Shrink & The Sage: Weakness of will
