Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Have a dog.

Stop blaming others.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

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

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

Sing in a choir.

Return all things you borrow.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

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

Count your blessings.

Call your mother.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

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

Rekindle old friendships.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Learn three clean jokes.

Say "please" a lot.

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

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

be there when people need you.

Avoid negative people.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Have a firm handshake.

Keep secrets.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Sing in the shower.

Floss your teeth.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Remember other people's birthdays.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Compliment three people everyday.

Use the good silver.

Marry only for love.

Wear polished shoes.

Keep it simple.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

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

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Be the first to say hello.

Look people in the eye.

Compliment even small improvements.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Plant flowers every spring.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.