Of course, many of us make resolutions for the year. Instead of making resolutions that deprive you of something make a resolution to put forth a solid effort on your career planning. Obviously you can't plan out your entire life right now. For third-year students, the answer is studying for the bar exam. However, if you are currently clerking and haven't had a discussion on whether you will be considered for an associate position, now is the time.
Many students panic as the bar exam date draws near and quit their jobs.
If, however, you discuss the situation with your employer, you can probably reduce your hours, then take a few weeks off, and resume your position afterwards. That way, even if the firm is not offering you an associate position, you can continue to clerk while searching for another position. Second-year students should realize this is their last law school summer. You need to make it count in legal experience. Most law firms and employers do not have special summer-only programs.