Avoid negative people.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Use the good silver.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

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

Rekindle old friendships.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Marry only for love.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Wear polished shoes.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Sing in a choir.

be there when people need you.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

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

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Compliment three people everyday.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

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

Have a dog.

Compliment even small improvements.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Call your mother.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Keep it simple.

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

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Wave at kids on school buses.

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

Sing in the shower.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Learn three clean jokes.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Floss your teeth.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Return all things you borrow.

Look people in the eye.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

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

Count your blessings.

Be the first to say hello.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Plant flowers every spring.

Say "please" a lot.

Have a firm handshake.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Stop blaming others.

Keep secrets.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.