Hamlet's Procrastination and Self-Reflection

Hamlet is a play that primarily revolves around the failure of the main character to take action. Shakespeare explores the psychology of Hamlet, a university student who is philosophically minded, ironic, and reflective. As a result, Hamlet struggles to carry out the task of seeking revenge. His self-consciousness and musings about existentialism reveal a deep contemplation of philosophical ideas. Shakespeare uses Hamlet's procrastination as a theme in the play, drawing attention to its own theatricality and reflecting on the psychology of a young man torn between his character and the demands of his assigned role.