In this podcast episode, we explore the intriguing relationship between the brain's prefrontal cortex and the various factors that affect our self-regulation and decision-making. It uncovers how our choices and behaviors are shaped by a web of influences—beyond just free will. By examining elements like energy use, emotional and hormonal effects, personal experiences, environmental factors, and the principles of chaos and complexity, the episode challenges the notion that grit and willpower stem solely from free choice. Instead, it reveals that our actions are deeply influenced by biological, psychological, and cultural factors.