weakening of will
[ˈwiːkənɪŋ əv wɪl]
noun phrasepl: weakenings of will
enfraquecimento da vontade
1. A diminishment or loss of resolve, determination, or willpower to accomplish a goal or resist temptation
His weakening of will made it difficult to stick to his diet plan.
O enfraquecimento da sua vontade tornou difícil manter-se firme no plano de dieta.
2. A philosophical condition describing the human tendency to act against one's better judgment despite knowing what is right
Aristotle discussed the weakening of will as a moral failing.
Aristóteles discutiu o enfraquecimento da vontade como uma falha moral.
3. A gradual loss of mental strength or psychological resilience
The prolonged illness caused a weakening of will among the patients.
A doença prolongada causou um enfraquecimento da vontade entre os pacientes.
In Brazilian culture, this concept relates to the idea of 'jogo de cintura' (flexibility) versus maintaining principles. The weakening of will is often discussed in philosophical, psychological, and religious contexts, particularly in Catholicism where it's tied to concepts of sin and moral struggle. In American context, it frequently appears in discussions of personal development, self-help, and fitness culture.
NYC Slang
losing your grip
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