Is the Will Always Free? A Non-Restrictivist Theory of Free Will

Abstract

The aim of the paper is to show that indirect and restrictive theories of free will face several serious problems. Therefore, it is preferable to choose a direct, non-restrictive theory from the libertarian approaches. I highlight five major problems with restrictivism that vividly illustrate the flaws of such theories. Of course, every philosopher’s theory is different, but it seems that all restrictivist theories encounter at least one of these five
weaknesses. For this reason, the conclusion of the paper is that those who adopt a libertarian approach to free will should advocate a non-restrictive position.