As January comes to an end, many of us may be struggling to stick to our New Year's resolutions. But don't give up just yet. Researchers say it takes not just 21 days but at least two months to turn a new habit into part of your routine.
A new study from the University of South Australia (UniSA) challenges the common belief that habits form in just 21 days. The researchers examined how long it takes to establish health-related habits, such as exercise, drinking water, taking vitamins, and flossing. The results of the meta-analysis that evaluated 20 studies conducted between 2008 and 2023, involving over 2,600 participants revealed that it typically takes around two months — and in some cases, nearly a year.
