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His temper was as much a talking point as his fantastic run with the bat in 2008 but Indian opener Gautam Gambhir [Images] promises to be more responsible this year and has vowed to avoid a repeat of the 'elbow-hitting' incident that resulted in a one-Test ban last season.

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"I have resolved to be more calm, more responsible and no more elbowing. Missing the Nagpur Test (against Australia [Images] after hitting all-rounder Shane Watson [Images] with the elbow) was the lowest point of my career," Gambhir said when asked about his new year resolutions.

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"I don't want to get into any trouble of that sort and will be more responsible," he told 'NDTV'.

Enjoying a break from cricket after India cancelled its tour of Pakistan in the wake of Mumbai terror attacks [Images], Gambhir said he desperately needed some time off after the gruelling playing schedule last year.

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"It's a much deserved break. I am spending some time with my family. We had been playing continuously for so long that it (the break) is quite nice," said the left-handed opener.