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New Year's resolutions: worth making?

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The facts

  • The ancient Babylonians made promises to their gods at the start of each year, one of the earliest known versions of resolutions. Wikipedia
  • In 2019 the fitness app Strava named the second week of January as the time many people give up their resolutions. Sticky Bottle
  • January is named after Janus, the Roman god of beginnings, who was shown with two faces looking back and forward. Wikipedia

Facts checked against their sources on November 4, 2026.

Why people are split

The yes side says a fresh start is a great excuse to change something, even if only one goal sticks. The no side says you can start anytime, and January just sets people up to quit by week two.

How people voted

The live split shows on the card as soon as you vote. The vote count appears here once 50 people have voted.

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FAQ

Why do people make New Year's resolutions?

The habit goes back thousands of years, to Babylonian promises at the new year.

When do most people quit their resolutions?

Strava's 2019 data pointed to the second week of January.

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