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

Have a firm handshake.

Sing in a choir.

Plant flowers every spring.

Stop blaming others.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Compliment even small improvements.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Rekindle old friendships.

Learn three clean jokes.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Use the good silver.

Wear polished shoes.

be there when people need you.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Floss your teeth.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Call your mother.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Be the first to say hello.

Say "please" a lot.

Look people in the eye.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

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

Wave at kids on school buses.

Return all things you borrow.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Sing in the shower.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

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

Keep secrets.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Marry only for love.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Keep it simple.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

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

Compliment three people everyday.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Have a dog.

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

Avoid negative people.

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

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Count your blessings.