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

Compliment even small improvements.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

be there when people need you.

Be the first to say hello.

Marry only for love.

Have a firm handshake.

Wear polished shoes.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Use the good silver.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Learn three clean jokes.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Avoid negative people.

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

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Have a dog.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Sing in the shower.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Say "please" a lot.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Plant flowers every spring.

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

Don't expect life to be fair.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Keep secrets.

Stop blaming others.

Sing in a choir.

Count your blessings.

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

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Rekindle old friendships.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Floss your teeth.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Keep it simple.

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

Compliment three people everyday.

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

Call your mother.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Return all things you borrow.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Look people in the eye.

Say "thank-you" a lot.