How to Build a Lasting Habit

Because real change doesn’t happen overnight — it happens daily.

You just committed to something new. That’s exciting.  And if you’re like most of us, you want to feel the benefits — the energy, the resilience, the glow — as soon as possible. But here’s the truth: the real magic happens when you stick with it.

So how do you turn a good intention into a habit that lasts?

Here’s what we recommend:

1. Make it obvious

Set your supplement out where you’ll see it — next to your toothbrush, coffee maker, or water bottle.  If you don’t see it, you’ll forget it. Visibility builds consistency.

Pro Tip: Keep it by something you never skip — like your coffee mug or skincare. Even better? Use a small dish or container to make it feel intentional, not cluttered.

2. Make it easy

We all have busy days (and brain fog is real). Don’t rely on memory alone.  Use a sticky note, set a calendar reminder, or try a habit-tracking app for the first week or two.

You don’t need willpower, you need a system.

Pro Tip: Try a recurring phone alarm labeled “Feel your best → take your supplement.” Positive nudges work better than guilt.

3. Take it the right way

Getting in the habit is one thing, but optimizing the supplement’s impact is another. A few small tweaks can help your body absorb it better and use it properly:

• Check the label: Some supplements are best taken with food, while others (like certain gut support products) are more effective on an empty stomach.

• Be consistent with timing: Taking it at the same time each day helps regulate your system and reinforce the habit.

• Know your product: Alaya’s collagen is heat-stable — it’s safe to mix into hot drinks like coffee or tea. But with capsules, high-acid drinks (like coffee or citrus juices) may interfere with absorption if taken too close together.

• Avoid common mistakes: When in doubt, use water and follow the directions on your label for best results.

Pro Tip: Keep your supplement routine simple and sustainable. One or two well-placed habits work better than a complicated ritual.

4. Be patient with your body

Just because you don’t feel something instantly doesn’t mean it’s not working.  Some benefits start below the surface: supporting digestion, recovery, skin, or energy in subtle ways that build over time.

Remember: you’re not chasing a quick fix. You’re building a stronger foundation.

Pro Tip: Start a “feel good” log in your Notes app:  jot down small improvements each week so you can track real change.

5. Celebrate small wins

If you remembered to take your supplement five days in a row? That counts.  If you chose a nourishing meal instead of skipping lunch? That matters.  The little choices add up, and every single one moves you forward.

Pro Tip: Anchor the habit emotionally: remind yourself why you’re doing this. Write it down and keep it somewhere visible.

6. Give it time

Science shows it takes around 21–30 days to build a new habit. And for supplements that work from the inside out, consistent use over time is where the real results happen.

Your health is worth that time. You’re worth that time.

Pro Tip: Mark a 30-day check-in on your calendar. Use that day to reflect, reassess, and keep going strong.

Start simple. Stay steady. Trust the process.

You already made the first move by showing up for yourself. Now let’s keep that momentum going, one day at a time.