New year, new decade, new you… right? Chances are, in the spirit of self-betterment, you’ve made a few resolutions this month. And perhaps you’ve already abandoned a couple. No stress. But it does prompt the question: why do our commitments and habits fall apart, when mere moments or days prior we were steadfast?

To understand that, we first have to understand where (and when) motivation comes from. From our brain to our gut, to our resident microbes—what really happens when we consider a choice? How do our rational and emotional minds find balance? How do the choices we make today impact our future?

As we take on 2020, a gentle reminder that each day is made up of compounding choices that shape the next 365. So, here’s your first choice: will you learn with us?