Stop blaming others.

Dance like no-one is watching. Sing like no-one is listening. Love like you've never been hurt.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Call your mother.

Return all things you borrow.

Plant flowers every spring.

Ask for a raise when you feel you've earned it.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Sing in the shower.

Keep secrets.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Buy whatever kids are selling on card tables in their front yards.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Marry only for love.

be there when people need you.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Look people in the eye.

Say "please" a lot.

Have a dog.

Compliment even small improvements.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Avoid negative people.

Floss your teeth.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Use the good silver.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Compliment three people everyday.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Don't be afraid to say "I made a mistake."

Be the first to say hello.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Don't be afraid to say "I don't know."

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Send lots of Valentines Day cards and sign them "Someone who thinks you're terrific."

Keep it simple.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Wear polished shoes.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Rekindle old friendships.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Have a firm handshake.

Count your blessings.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Learn three clean jokes.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Sing in a choir.