Check your circle. “Take stock of who’s on your team adding value and who’s subtracting and contributing to division,” says Rhonda Mattox, M.D., a psychiatrist in Little Rock, Arkansas. “Pay close attention to how you feel when you’re with people. Ask yourself: ‘Who leaves me lighter, happier, optimistic and more determined? Who leaves me heavier?’ “ she says. Focus on the folks in the former group.

Find your posse. Surround yourself with people who are going in the direction you want to go, says Dr. Mattox. For example, if you hope to start your own business, you might want to follow the U.S. Small Business Administration and other entrepreneurs on social media.

Pat yourself on the back. Celebrating your small wins along the way will help you stay motivated and moving toward your goals, says Dr. Mattox.