Rise and Shine on Jan. 2 (focus on where you want to go and you’ll quickly discover the means by which to get there), Jan. 3 (it took a couple of days but you finally recognize how a curmudgeonly type was really trying to help you out), Jan. 6 (all it takes is one good brainstorm to clear the skies and reveal the next brilliant idea), and Jan. 8 (there’s nothing wrong with a receptive audience. Be grateful. They’re such a rarity nowadays)

Duck and Cover on Jan. 4 (you’ve no choice but to overrule those who just don’t get it. You can explains yourself later), Jan. 5 (the conversation’s getting too touchy-feely for comfort. Gently disengage yourself from the group hug), Jan. 7 (you can’t penalize someone on a technicality and then expect to be exempt from the same rule. Think before you call this person out), and Jan. 9 (some hidden agendas are best left hidden)