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

Have a firm handshake.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Be the first to say hello.

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

Learn three clean jokes.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Avoid negative people.

Call your mother.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Floss your teeth.

Say "please" a lot.

Return all things you borrow.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Look people in the eye.

Plant flowers every spring.

Count your blessings.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Use the good silver.

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

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Marry only for love.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Keep secrets.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Wear polished shoes.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Have a dog.

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

Keep it simple.

Stop blaming others.

Sing in the shower.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Rekindle old friendships.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Sing in a choir.

be there when people need you.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Compliment three people everyday.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Compliment even small improvements.

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

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

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