Avoid negative people.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Be the first to say hello.

Return all things you borrow.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

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

Marry only for love.

Keep secrets.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Sing in a choir.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

be there when people need you.

Wear polished shoes.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Have a dog.

Call your mother.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

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

Sing in the shower.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Use the good silver.

Learn three clean jokes.

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

Rekindle old friendships.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Keep it simple.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Look people in the eye.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Stop blaming others.

Compliment three people everyday.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Compliment even small improvements.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Have a firm handshake.

Count your blessings.

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

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

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

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Plant flowers every spring.

Floss your teeth.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Say "please" a lot.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

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

Over tip breakfast waitresses.