Be the first to say hello.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Wear polished shoes.

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

Don't expect life to be fair.

Sing in a choir.

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

Plant flowers every spring.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

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

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

Compliment even small improvements.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Learn three clean jokes.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Use the good silver.

Sing in the shower.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Return all things you borrow.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Stop blaming others.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Say "please" a lot.

Marry only for love.

Rekindle old friendships.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Keep it simple.

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

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Floss your teeth.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Keep secrets.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

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

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Avoid negative people.

Compliment three people everyday.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Look people in the eye.

Count your blessings.

Call your mother.

be there when people need you.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Have a dog.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Have a firm handshake.