Hamlet is a character of contradictions; at times he is hesitant, therefore indecisive, but also acts in haste with purpose and confirmation. For instance, when Hamlet unhesitatingly states, “How now, a rat? Dead for a ducat, dead!” (Act 3, Scene 4, Line 24), he is thoughtful and philosophical to the point of obsession. Importantly, a dominating thought controls Hamlet; therefore his mind is his own worst enemy. He acts on impulse and emotion, which also explains why his mind is overworked. Furthermore, Hamlet’s contradictive nature is his significant tragic flaw. Hamlet also behaves impulsively. For instance, when he stabs Polonius without checking to see whom it is, he is prone to rash behavior and can easily be deceived as a madman, wielding