New year's Idioms

New year's Idioms
No pain, no gain: Waking up each morning to do my English homework is not easy, but no pain no gain! I really need English for my job. (To achieve a goal it is necessary to work hard.)
Turn over a new leaf: I promise I won’t keep leaving dirty dishes in the sink. I am going to turn over a new leaf. (To make a positive change)
Start from scratch: In 2014 I am going to open my own business. I am starting from scratch, but I am sure it will be a success. (To start or begin with nothing)
A change of pace: The Moscow traffic is driving me crazy. I am going to move to Miami and take an English course. I need a change of pace. (To try something new)
If it *ain’t broke, don’t fix it: I don’t have any New Year’s Resolutions. My life has been perfect since I moved to Miami. If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it, I say. (To leave things the same) *This idiom is used with the slang word ain’t.
To make headway: Stefan’s American accent is really improving. He is making excellent headway. (To make progress, to improve)

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