The Beauty of Consistency (and Why You Don’t Need to Chase Perfect Anymore)

If you’ve ever felt like you’re constantly starting over, this is for you.

So many women feel like they’re doing all the “right” things but still not seeing or feeling the results they want. New routines, new plans, new promises to themselves, usually starting on a Monday. When it doesn’t all stick, they assume something is wrong with them. What I’ve learned, and what I want to share with you, is this: lasting beauty and wellness don’t come from doing things perfectly. They come from doing a few supportive things consistently.

And that’s actually really good news.

Consistency doesn’t require a total lifestyle overhaul or endless motivation. What it offers instead is steadiness. When you choose habits that are simple, repeatable, and realistic for your life, your body and your skin respond over time. Energy feels more even. Digestion feels calmer. Your skin starts to look more balanced. And maybe most importantly, you stop feeling like you’re constantly behind.

For many women, breakfast is one of the most powerful places to build consistency, especially as we age. What you eat first thing in the morning can either support steady energy or set you up for a rollercoaster the rest of the day. Prioritizing protein early helps stabilize blood sugar, supports muscle as we get older, and keeps you feeling satisfied longer. This becomes even more important in your 40s and 50s, when our bodies don’t bounce back as easily from skipped meals or carb-heavy starts.

On mornings when there’s time, warm, nourishing breakfasts make all the difference. Protein oatmeal, protein pancakes, or eggs paired with sourdough feel comforting, grounding, and satisfying. These kinds of breakfasts support energy without leaving you feeling heavy or sluggish, and they create a calm start to the day instead of a rushed one.

But real life doesn’t always allow for slow mornings. That’s where consistency matters more than perfection. Having a protein shake as a go-to option makes it easier to follow through on busy days when you don’t have time to think but know you should have something. It removes decision fatigue and helps you avoid starting the day depleted or running on caffeine alone.

What many women notice when they prioritize protein in the morning is fewer cravings later in the day, better focus, and more even energy. It’s not about eating perfectly or following rigid rules. It’s about choosing reliable habits that support your body again and again. Over time, those mornings stack up, and you feel the difference.

Movement works the same way as everything else. It doesn’t have to be long or intense to matter. Consistency is what counts. Walking, strength training, yoga, or even just twenty minutes of intentional movement can make a real difference, especially for women over 40. Strength training supports muscle, bone health, and metabolism as we age. Yoga helps with flexibility, balance, and calming the nervous system. Walking keeps the body moving, supports circulation, and clears the mind. When these forms of movement are done regularly, even in short sessions, they compound over time. The goal isn’t to do it all or do it perfectly. It’s to choose movement that supports your body and feels sustainable so you actually want to keep coming back to it.

Skincare is another place where consistency truly shines, especially as we get into our 40s and 50s. Skin doesn’t need more steps, it needs steady care. A simple routine done morning and night allows your skin to stay balanced and supported. Cleanse to remove the day. Tone to prep and rebalance. Apply serum to treat and nourish. Finish with moisturizer to seal everything in. When these steps are repeated consistently, your skin has the chance to repair, hydrate, and strengthen over time. Skipping around or constantly changing products often creates more irritation and confusion for mature skin. Keeping things simple and sticking with a routine that works is what leads to calmer, healthier-looking skin as the years go on.

If you’re curious, this is the simple skincare routine I stay consistent with. Click Here

Evenings matter more than we realize. Repeating the same calming cues before bed, dimmer lights, less screen time, a familiar wind-down routine, sends a signal of safety to your nervous system. Better sleep supports everything from hormones to skin repair to how you feel when you wake up the next morning. These small, repeated choices add up quietly, night after night.

Here’s the part that often gets overlooked: consistency builds trust with yourself. Every time you follow through on small habits, you reinforce the belief that you can take care of yourself. That confidence carries into how you approach food, movement, beauty, and life decisions. You stop chasing quick fixes and start trusting your own rhythm.

Instead of asking, “What should I start over with next?” you begin asking, “What can I keep doing?” That shift alone removes so much pressure.

The beauty of consistency is that it compounds. You don’t always notice it day to day, but weeks and months later, you look back and realize how far you’ve come. More energy. Calmer skin. A steadier sense of self. Not because you were perfect, but because you stayed consistent.

If you’ve been craving a calmer, more sustainable approach to beauty and wellness, let this be your reminder: small, steady choices really do add up. And you don’t need to overhaul your life to feel better. You just need habits you can come back to, again and again.

Let me know how you do!! You have permission!

Love

LA