Avoid negative people.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

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

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Be the first to say hello.

Plant flowers every spring.

Say "please" a lot.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Marry only for love.

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

Stop blaming others.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Compliment three people everyday.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Have a dog.

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

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

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

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Sing in the shower.

Look people in the eye.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Have a firm handshake.

be there when people need you.

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

Keep secrets.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Use the good silver.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Floss your teeth.

Compliment even small improvements.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

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

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Sing in a choir.

Wear polished shoes.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Rekindle old friendships.

Count your blessings.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Return all things you borrow.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Learn three clean jokes.

Keep it simple.

Call your mother.

Always accept an outstretched hand.