Everything in life has room to improve, and this year is no different! Thinking up a productive New Year’s resolution is easy, but following through is sometimes far from it. So here we are, in mid-January where most New Year Resolutions begin to lose their novelty and start to slip from the priorities of the people who created them. Whether you need a little motivation to stick to your guns or need a little inspiration to get started, here are seven quotes to keep in mind to make 2017 the best year yet!

1. “The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step.” – Lao Tzu

For those of you who are having trouble getting started.

2. “Attitude is a little thing that makes a big difference.” – Winston Churchill

For those of you who may be feeling discouraged or down on yourself.

3. “The most common way people give up their power is by thinking they don’t have any.” – Alice Walker

For those of you who underestimate your own abilities when it comes to reaching goals and embracing challenges.

4. “You may be disappointed if you fail, but you are doomed if you don’t try.” – Beverly Sills

For those of you whose fear of failure may at times delay or even prevent personal pursuits.

5. “It is never too late to be what you might have been.” – George Eliot

For those of you who believe it may be too late to get back on track.

6. “There is no substitute for hard work.” – Thomas Edison

For those of you who are wondering what it takes to succeed.

7. “The mind is everything. What you think, you become.” – Buddha

For those of you who may not realize how much your mindset can progress but also hinder the path to success.

No matter what your goals are this year, know that it all begins and ends with you! I hope that at least one of these resonated and gave the boost needed to pursue or continue a lofty goal or change. Now go get it and show 2017 who is boss!