IDIOMS
Turn over a new leaf
To start fresh or change one’s behavior for the better.
Stick to your guns
To remain determined and not give up on your goals.
Soul-searching
Deep and honest self-examination.
Move the needle
To make noticeable progress toward a goal.
Hit the ground running
To start something with enthusiasm and energy.
Burn the midnight oil
To work late into the night to achieve something.
A new lease on life
A fresh start or renewed enthusiasm for living.
Out with the old, in with the new
Letting go of old habits or things to make room for the new.
A clean slate
Starting anew without any baggage from the past.
Reach for the stars
To aim for ambitious goals or aspirations.
No pain, no gain
Success requires hard work and effort.
Bite off more than you can chew
Taking on more than you can handle (often as a cautionary reminder).
Rome wasn’t built in a day
Achieving great things takes time and patience.
Face the music
To confront and accept the consequences of one’s actions.
The sky's the limit
There are no limits to what you can achieve.
Bite off more than you can chew
Taking on more than you can handle (often as a cautionary reminder).
Keep your nose to the grindstone
To work hard and consistently toward a goal.
Face the music
To confront and accept the consequences of one’s actions.
Break new ground
To start something innovative or explore new opportunities.
Resilience
The capacity to recover quickly from difficulties; toughness, particularly in the face of setbacks related to goals.
Go the extra mile
To put in additional effort to ensure success.
Learn the ropes
To become familiar with something new, like a skill or activity.
Pick yourself up by your bootstraps
To improve or recover through one’s own efforts.
Self-improvement
The process of seeking to improve oneself through various means, including education, skill development, or personal growth.
Strategy
A plan of action designed to achieve a long-term or overall aim; the method used to reach goals.