The new year is upon us and traditionally, this is the time when most people resolve to change their lives for the better, implement new, productive habits and do away with the old ones. While it’s certainly a worthy goal to aim to better yourself in the new year, it’s important to realize that breaking your old, destructive habits is simple, but not easy — which is why the gyms are empty by the third week into the new year.

If you want to maintain your momentum, it’s important that you tap into your “why” and focus on replacing your old habits with your new, healthy and productive routines, rather than trying to attempt a total life makeover from one day to the next.

1. Don’t buy into the allure of “no days off.”

When you’re excited about a new project, or perhaps you started an entirely new business, it’s easy to get swept up in the optimism true entrepreneurs possess — you are eager to put in long hours, work weekends and sacrifice time with friends and family. It’s natural to think that putting in more time will result in seeing the fruits of your labor sooner. I’d like to caution you however, because not taking any breaks for an extended period of time can cost you dearly. I’ve learned this the hard way.

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When I first got started in business, I was 20 years old. I’d worked in the corporate world for a few years, then branched out to start my own business. Capitalizing on my knowledge of IT and computer technology, I created a business servicing small and mid-size companies as their external IT expert. I was basically fresh out of high school, and with a young man’s energy, I approached my new venture with passion and ambition.

The more I worked, the harder it seemed to take a break. Even when I wasn’t working long hours, I was always thinking and strategizing. Basically, every waking hour was consumed by work.

Even though I was very successful financially, I found that having a high net worth didn’t do much for my overall happiness. Psychologists call this anhedonia — it’s an oscillation between feeling nothing at all or feeling down in the dumps.

I couldn’t “fix” my life without outside help, of course. If you find yourself in a similar situation, I’d highly encourage you to seek professional help. That’s what I’ve done. I’ve worked with psychologists and occupational therapist to get through this. Overwhelmingly, they recommended to focus on “self-care,” which at the time, I found somewhat vague and intangible. Eventually, implementing their advice and guidance started to pay off.

Being social, and rediscovering with my hobbies rejuvenated my energy and helped me become more creative in business. It felt as though I got a new lease on life. Today, I am happier than I have ever been in my life. I meet each day with excitement, feel more fulfilled, and life seems to have more depth and meaning.

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2. Celebrate your victories more often.

As entrepreneurs, we are driven to high achievement. We love to chase bigger and bigger goals. We face challenges head on and don’t even recognize our own victory on the other side. What once seemed like an insurmountable obstacle, once overcome, seems to be instantly forgotten by many. We tend to immediately shift our focus to the next goal, or overcoming the next challenge, rather than taking time to reflect and reevaluate what helped us succeed thus far. The problem is, if we never congratulate ourselves or take time to celebrate, we miss out on receiving the emotional rewards for our accomplishments. When bigger goals are achieved, they’ll zoom by unnoticed too.

A simple way to overcome this is to focus on being grateful every single day. Take a few minutes each day to journal, and write down what went well. Make sure you don’t turn journaling into a chore or just another task on your to-do list. Take the time to connect with your breath, and jot down a few sentences about things you could be grateful for. To help avoid listing things by rote (i.e. things we’re “supposed” to be grateful for, such as a roof over our heads and having three meals a day), make sure you connect emotionally with the things that you’re expressing gratitude for.

This practice will help shift your focus and energy toward the positive things that are happening both in and outside your business. Before you know it, your overall mood and outlook will improve and you will start to notice the positive things more often.

Another reason why it’s important to be grateful for the small victories is to truly make gratitude a habit. That way, when big victories come, you’ll be able to really appreciate them and celebrate your accomplishments.

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3.Exercise daily.

Exercise is known for being a natural mood elevator. According to this article by the American Psychological Association that reviews a multitude of studies on this topic, “exercise could be a powerful intervention for clinical depression.”

Given that serious depression can result in further health problems and even suicide — remember the loss we suffered when celebrity designer Kate Spade and chef Anthony Bourdain took their own lives recently — it’s important that we pay special attention to our mental health, especially since entrepreneurship is inherently ridden with challenges and difficulties.

Of course, it doesn’t have to be complex. A simple 30 minute walk in the morning or during lunch is a great way to get started. As your endurance improves, you can start incorporating more strenuous workouts that fit your style. I like to hit the gym and practice yoga. Several of my successful entrepreneur friends recommend martial arts — particularly Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, as it incorporates exercise, discipline and competitiveness. The latter is a trait of all entrepreneurs, and giving it a regular workout is bound to help you succeed, both on the mat and in the “real world.”

4. Focus on your personal relationships.

According to this Harvard study, “our relationships and how happy we are in our relationships has a powerful influence on our health.” And yet, we often fail, or at least tend to postpone investing time in our personal relationships. If you take anything from this article, let it be this point.

I hope you learn from my mistakes and make the necessary changes to include your inner circle more in your day-to-day activities, dreams and goals. Sharing your aspirations and your challenges with your loved ones, and listening to theirs in return, will enrich your life. Though I learned this lesson the hard way, since I shifted to become more relationship-oriented, it has certainly enriched mine.

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5. Invest in more professional help.

It’s easy to get swept up in the “superhero syndrome” so typical of entrepreneurs. We truly believe that being independent is above all, and it often leads to attempting to solve problems in isolation. We are resourceful, and we think we can figure everything out ourselves.

While being resourceful and thinking on your feet has likely contributed greatly to your success thus far, sometimes resourcefulness means accepting help from others, both personally and professionally. Once you build a strong and diverse support network, it’ll be much easier to navigate life and business with all its complications and challenges.

My advice is to create a safe space for yourself, and have a support team that includes sounding boards, mentors in business and professional help for your personal life when you need it. Doing this will help you overcome challenges much faster and enjoy good times with great people. Invest as much as you can in all of these areas. You’ll be glad you did.