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

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

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

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

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

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Learn three clean jokes.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Wear polished shoes.

Be the first to say hello.

be there when people need you.

Sing in the shower.

Look people in the eye.

Don't expect life to be fair.

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

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Keep secrets.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Count your blessings.

Have a firm handshake.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

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

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Compliment even small improvements.

Avoid negative people.

Have a dog.

Sing in a choir.

Return all things you borrow.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Stop blaming others.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Plant flowers every spring.

Marry only for love.

Compliment three people everyday.

Rekindle old friendships.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Call your mother.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Say "please" a lot.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Keep it simple.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Use the good silver.

Floss your teeth.