Be the first to say hello.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Avoid negative people.

Look people in the eye.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Plant flowers every spring.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Return all things you borrow.

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

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

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

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

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Say "please" a lot.

Learn three clean jokes.

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

Compliment three people everyday.

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

Call your mother.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Rekindle old friendships.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Compliment even small improvements.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Marry only for love.

Have a firm handshake.

Count your blessings.

Floss your teeth.

Stop blaming others.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Keep secrets.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Keep it simple.

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

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Sing in a choir.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Wear polished shoes.

Have a dog.

Use the good silver.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Sing in the shower.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

be there when people need you.