Avoid negative people.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

be there when people need you.

Use the good silver.

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

Compliment even small improvements.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Call your mother.

Look people in the eye.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Sing in the shower.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Count your blessings.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

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

Rekindle old friendships.

Sing in a choir.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Have a dog.

Stop blaming others.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Learn three clean jokes.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Be the first to say hello.

Return all things you borrow.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Floss your teeth.

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

Don't expect life to be fair.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

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

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

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

Compliment three people everyday.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Wear polished shoes.

Plant flowers every spring.

Marry only for love.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Say "please" a lot.

Keep it simple.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

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

Have a firm handshake.

Keep secrets.